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THRONE

A seat that symbolizes authority and majesty, particularly that of a king (Gen. 41:40; 2 Sam. 3:10). The king is God’s representative, and the king’s throne typifies the heavenly divine throne (1 Chr. 28:5-7; 1 Kgs. 22:10, 19; Isa. 6:1). As such the throne and its occupant are to emulate God’s character and commandments (Prov. 16:12; 20:28). David is promised that his descendants on the throne will be as God’s sons, disciplined for sin but perpetually receiving God’s loyal love on an eternal throne (2 Sam. 7:13-16; cf. Ps. 89:4[MT 5]).

Mary is promised that Jesus will occupy David’s throne forever (Luke 1:32; cf. Isa. 9:7[6]; 16:5; Acts 2:30; Heb. 1:8; 8:1; 12:2). The 12 apostles who have followed Jesus in this world will reign with him on 12 thrones in the coming world (Matt. 19:28; Luke 22:30). Angelic powers, both good and evil, are also described as thrones (Col. 1:16; cf. Eph. 1:21; Rev. 2:13).

The book of Revelation focuses upon God, who alone sits upon the throne (Rev. 4:2–5:1). Yet Jesus, envisioned as the Lamb, is worthy of the same praise as God and will reign with God forever (Rev. 5:6-13). Perhaps the enigmatic 24 elders (e.g., Rev. 4:4) who sit on 24 thrones symbolize the ultimate people of God, comprised of Israel (12 tribes) and the Church (12 apostles). The final judgment issues from the One who sits upon a great white throne (Rev. 20:11-15).

David L. Turner

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THRONE

Eerdmans Dictionary of the Bible (2000)