Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Revelation 9:19 Cross-References
Explore 3 cross-references for Revelation 9:19 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Revelation chapter 9 verse 19 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“For their power is in their mouth, and in their tails: for their tails were like unto serpents, and had heads, and with them they do hurt.”
Revelation 9:19 (KJV)
Commentary on Revelation 9:19
The dual threat—mouths and serpent-like tails—indicates comprehensive danger from these judgment agents. Mouths issuing plagues suggest proclamations or teachings, while tails with serpent heads recall the serpent's deception (Genesis 3). This combination warns of both frontal assault (direct false teaching) and rear attack (subtle deception). Reformed theology recognizes that false doctrine both openly contradicts truth and subtly undermines it. The imagery emphasizes vigilance—spiritual threats come from multiple directions, requiring comprehensive doctrinal awareness and discernment.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Revelation 9:19
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“and stings. In their tails they have power to harm men for five months.”
“and the prophet who teaches lies is the tail.”
“tossed back and forth and carried about with every wind of doctrine”