Following the letters to the seven churches, the book of Revelation turns to a vision of a throne set in heaven. God sits on throne, surrounded by four beasts and 24 elders. The beasts are similar to creatures seen in visions in the Old Testament, especially Ezekiel. Meanwhile, the 24 elders seem to represent all of Judaism (12 tribes) and non-Judaism (12 apostles).
All symbolism aside -- which, admittedly, is tough! -- the end of chapter 4 has the 24 elders praying to God, in a powerfully-simple display of praise. The prayer is short, and, therefore, easy to memorize. It reads (Revelation 4:11, KJV),
Thou art worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honour and power: for thou hast created all things, and for thy pleasure they are and were created.
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