Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Revelation 12:2 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for Revelation 12:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Revelation chapter 12 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And she being with child cried, travailing in birth, and pained to be delivered.”
Revelation 12:2 (KJV)
Commentary on Revelation 12:2
And she being with child cried, travailing in birth, and pained to be delivered.... This verse from Revelation's vision of woman, child, and dragon - cosmic conflict, satan's defeat, messiah's victory employs apocalyptic imagery rich with Old Testament allusions and symbolic meaning. The Greek text uses vivid apocalyptic language characteristic of Jewish prophetic literature, drawing heavily from Daniel, Ezekiel, Isaiah, and Zechariah.The symbolism must be interpreted within its first-century context while recognizing timeless spiritual realities. The imagery would resonate powerfully with per...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Revelation 12:2
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“when she gives birth”
“of whom I am again in travail until Christ is formed in you--”
“and threw them to the earth. The dragon stood before the woman who was about to give birth”
“Therefore will he give them up”
“he will see the light{So read the Dead Sea Scrolls and Septuagint. Masoretic Text omits the light.} and be satisfied. My righteous servant will justify many by the knowledge of himself; and he will bear their iniquities.”
“she brought forth; before her pain came”
“barren”
“Rejoice, you barren who don't bear. Break forth and shout, you that don't travail. For more are the children of the desolate than of her who has a husband.{Isaiah 54:1}”