Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Revelation 2:12 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for Revelation 2:12 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Revelation chapter 2 verse 12 to related passages throughout the Bible.
To the Church in Pergamum
“And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write; These things saith he which hath the sharp sword with two edges;”
Revelation 2:12 (KJV)
Commentary on Revelation 2:12
And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write; These things saith he which hath the sharp sword with two edges;... This verse from Revelation's vision of letters to ephesus, smyrna, pergamum, thyatira - love lost, faithful suffering, compromise 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....
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Revelation 2:12
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“or else I am coming to you quickly”
“And he had in his right hand seven stars: and out of his mouth went a sharp twoedged sword: and his countenance was as the sun shineth in his strength.”
“and active”
“the sword which came forth out of his mouth. All the birds were filled with their flesh.”
“double-edged sword”
“{TR adds I am the Alpha and the Omega”
“and decide with equity for the humble of the earth. He will strike the earth with the rod of his mouth; and with the breath of his lips he will kill the wicked.”
“he who walks among the seven golden lampstands says these things:”