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Revelation 2:14 Cross-References

Explore 20 cross-references for Revelation 2:14 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Revelation chapter 2 verse 14 to related passages throughout the Bible.

But I have a few things against thee, because thou hast there them that hold the doctrine of Balaam, who taught Balac to cast a stumblingblock before the children of Israel, to eat things sacrificed unto idols, and to commit fornication.

Revelation 2:14 (KJV)

Historical Context for Revelation 2:14

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Balaamfrom Pethor of Mesopotamia (NUM 22:5, DEUT 23:4)
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BalakMidianite prophet who worked against Israel, son of Zippor (NUM 22:2)
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Jacobsecond-born son of Isaac (GEN 25:25-26)

Commentary on Revelation 2:14

But I have a few things against thee, because thou hast there them that hold the doctrine of Balaam, who taught Balac to cast a stumblingblock before the children of Israel, to eat things sacrificed u... 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 interp...

Source: KJV Study Commentary

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