Revelation 8:1-3

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The Seventh Seal—the Trumpets

8 When He (the Lamb) broke open the seventh seal, there was silence in heaven for about half an hour [in awe of God’s impending judgment].^(A) ²Then I saw the seven angels who stand before God, and seven ^[a]trumpets were given to them.

³Another angel came and stood at the altar. He had a golden ^[b]censer, and much ^[c]incense was given to him, so that he might add it to the prayers of all the saints (God’s people) on the golden altar in front of the throne.^(B)

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Footnotes

Revelation 8:2 In the Old Testament, trumpets announced God’s commands to congregate, move camp, and prepare for war (Num 10:1-9). Trumpets were also used to announce celebrations (Num 10:10; 29:1), royal coronations (1 Kin 1:34, 39; 2 Kin 9:13), and God’s impending wrath (Josh 6:1-8; Zeph 1:14-16). Angels will blow trumpets during the judgment and resurrection (Matt 24:31; 1 Cor 15:52; 1 Thess 4:16).
Revelation 8:3 I.e. a special container for burning incense.
Revelation 8:3 I.e. fragrant spices which exude perfume when burned.