Rev 6:5 | JFB | STEP | 5. Come and see-- The two oldest manuscripts, A, C, and Vulgate omit "and see." B retains the words. black-- implying sadness and want. had-- Greek, "having." a pair of balances-- the symbol of scarcity of provisions, the bread being doled out by weight.

‏ Revelation of John 6:5

5. Come and see--The two oldest manuscripts, A, C, and Vulgate omit "and see." B retains the words.

black--implying sadness and want.

had--Greek, "having."

a pair of balances--the symbol of scarcity of provisions, the bread being doled out by weight.