The phrase “all the tribes of the earth/land” in Revelation 1:7 focuses on the national repentance of Israel since the original context of Zechariah 12:10ff. envisions the eschatological restoration of Jerusalem and its inhabitants.

Most Christians interpret the doxology in Revelation 1:5b-6 from an individualized perspective. But this neglects the Old Testament imagery that is saturated in this passage; it is the end-times doxology of a redeemed and restored Israel.

The language of God’s covenantal blessing upon those who “hear and keep” the word/law of God in Revelation 1:3 draws upon the same language found in Deuteronomy 5:1; 6:3; 28:1-2. Therefore, the summary purpose statement of the entire Apocalypse that is found in the opening preface (Rev 1:3) is a Deuteronomic exhortation for Israel to remain loyal to the eternal covenant.