Bible Dictionary

Throne

a ceremonial seat occupied by a ruler as a symbol of authority and government

Quick Reference

Total Entries

116

Entry Position

107 of 116

Letter

T

Meaning

a ceremonial seat occupied by a ruler as a symbol of authority and government

Key Scriptures

  • 1 Kings 22:19
  • Psalm 11:4
  • Isaiah 6:1
  • Revelation 4
  • Revelation 20:11

Also Called

seat of authority

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Basic Meaning

A throne is a ceremonial seat occupied by a ruler as a symbol of authority, government, and leadership.

Thrones have been used throughout history by kings, queens, and other rulers.


Biblical Usage

The word throne appears throughout Scripture in historical accounts, visions, prophecy, and Revelation.

References to thrones occur in both the Old Testament and the New Testament.


  • Kingdom
  • Judgment
  • Temple

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Scriptures

  • 1 Kings 22:19
  • Psalm 11:4
  • Isaiah 6:1
  • Revelation 4
  • Revelation 20:11

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