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Revelation 13:12 Cross-References
Explore 7 cross-references for Revelation 13:12 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Revelation chapter 13 verse 12 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And he exerciseth all the power of the first beast before him, and causeth the earth and them which dwell therein to worship the first beast, whose deadly wound was healed.”
Revelation 13:12 (KJV)
Commentary on Revelation 13:12
The second beast exercises the first beast's authority, promoting emperor worship. This represents false religious systems supporting tyrannical political power. The phrase 'causeth the earth and them which dwell therein to worship' shows how religious deception serves state idolatry. Reformed theology recognizes the danger when church and state merge in promoting false worship. The healing of the deadly wound (v. 3) that amazes the world demonstrates how Satan counterfeits Christ's resurrection to deceive. All authority ultimately derives from God, but here is usurped for Satanic purposes.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Revelation 13:12
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“the one is”
“a third”
“and with him the false prophet who worked the signs in his sight”
“those who worship the beast and his image”
“setting himself up as God.”
“and the whole earth marveled at the beast.”
“that they should make an image to the beast who had the sword wound and lived.”