Revelation 6:11
And white robes were given unto every one of them; and it was said unto them, that they should rest yet for a little season, until their fellowservants also and their brethren, that should be killed as they were, should be fulfilled.
Revelation 6:11 · King James Version
Meaning
The verse you have read is from the book of Revelation in the New Testament of the Bible. In this verse, we see a description of a group of people who have been given white robes and are told to rest for a little while longer. This imagery of white robes often symbolizes purity, righteousness, and victory over sin. It is believed that those who receive the white robes have been redeemed and are now in the presence of God in heaven. The command to rest for a little season may indicate a period of waiting or anticipation for something to come. The text also mentions their fellow servants and brethren who have been killed, suggesting that those who have suffered persecution and death for their faith will be joined by others who will endure similar fates in the future. This verse speaks to the idea of perseverance in the face of adversity and the ultimate victory of the faithful in the end.
Theological Overview
In this verse, the giving of white robes is symbolic of the righteousness and purity of the believers in the eyes of God. The white robes represent the forgiveness of sins and the victory over death through Christ's sacrifice on the cross. The idea of resting for a little season suggests that the martyrs are not forgotten, but are awaiting the completion of God's plan for all believers. The phrase "until their fellowservants also and their brethren, that should be killed as they were, should be fulfilled" emphasizes the unity of believers in suffering and ultimately in victory. This verse points to the ultimate vindication and reward for those who faithfully endure persecution for their faith, knowing that they will one day be united with their fellow believers in the presence of God.
Revelation 6:11 in other translations
American Standard Version
And there was given them to each one a white robe; and it was said unto them, that they should rest yet for a little time, until their fellow-servants also and their brethren, who should be killed even as they were, should have fulfilled [their course] .
World English Bible
A long white robe was given to each of them. They were told that they should rest yet for a while, until their fellow servants and their brothers, who would also be killed even as they were, should complete their course.
Douay-Rheims
And white robes were given to every one of them one; And it was said to them that they should rest for a little time till their fellow servants and their brethren, who are to be slain even as they, should be filled up.
Geneva Bible (1599)
And long white robes were giuen vnto euery one, and it was saide vnto them, that they shoulde rest for a litle season vntill their fellow seruants, and their brethren that shoulde bee killed euen as they were, were fulfilled.