OET interlinear REV 22:20

22:20a

He who testifies to these things: The word testifies refers to saying something that is truthful and accurate. Jesus agreed that the prophecies and visions in this book are truthful and accurate. Other ways to translate this phrase are:

He, who is witness to all this (JBP)

Jesus, the One who says these things are true (NCV)

these things: This phrase refers to the whole book of Revelation. Other ways to translate this phrase are:

all this (GNT)

those things

those prophecies

I am coming soon: This clause refers to Jesus returning to his people on earth. The Greek word that the BSB translates as soon can also refer to “without delay” or “quickly.” See how you translated this clause in 22:12.

22:20b

Amen. Come, Lord Jesus!: There is a textual issue in 22:20b: Early Greek manuscripts have the word come (BSB, RSV, NIV, GNT, NJB, NASB, NLT, GW, CEV, NET, NABRE, REB, ESV, NCV). (2) Some later Greek manuscripts have the words yes come (KJV only). It is recommended that you follow option (1), because the UBS Greek NT supports it. The direct address to Jesus occurs after what is said to him. In some languages it is more natural to have the direct address first. For example:

Lord Jesus, amen, come!

Amen: The word Amen is a Hebrew word that means “even so” or “it is true.” It is used to agree with what was said. The Greek borrowed the Hebrew word. English borrowed this word as well. See how you translated this word in 1:6 or 19:4.

Lord: The Greek word that the BSB translates as Lord means “the one who has authority over (something),” or “owner.” God has authority over everyone and everything. See how you translated this word in 22:5.