Question 1

What does 'I am the Root and Offspring of David' mean?

Accepted Answer

This title, found in Revelation 22:16, declares Jesus as both the divine source (Root) and human descendant (Offspring) of King David. It affirms His eternal divinity and His fulfillment of the Davidic covenant as the promised Messiah.

Question 2

Who is called 'the Root and Offspring of David' in the Bible?

Accepted Answer

Jesus Christ applies this title to Himself in the book of Revelation. He says, 'I am the Root and the Offspring of David' (Revelation 22:16), directly identifying Himself as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies about a descendant of David who would reign forever.

Question 3

Why is the title 'Root and Offspring of David' significant?

Accepted Answer

It confirms Jesus's unique dual nature as fully God (the eternal source of David's line) and fully man (a descendant in David's family). This is central to His identity as the Messiah who fulfills God's promise of an everlasting kingdom from David's lineage (2 Samuel 7:12-13).

I Am the Root and Offspring of David