Twenty-four elders on thrones around the throne, in white with golden crowns — likely picturing the whole people of God (twelve tribes plus twelve apostles). They cast their crowns before God and sing the new song of redemption.
Where to read
Their part in the story
- Cast their crowns before the throne
- Sing that the Lamb redeemed people of every tribe and nation
What this teaches
- Every honor we hold belongs at God’s feet.
- The redeemed are a kingdom and priests to God.
For today
They teach us to lay our achievements before God rather than clutch them for ourselves.