Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Revelation 9:3 Cross-References
Explore 13 cross-references for Revelation 9:3 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Revelation chapter 9 verse 3 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And there came out of the smoke locusts upon the earth: and unto them was given power, as the scorpions of the earth have power.”
Revelation 9:3 (KJV)
Commentary on Revelation 9:3
And there came out of the smoke locusts upon the earth: and unto them was given power, as the scorpions of the earth have power.... This verse from Revelation's vision of fifth and sixth trumpets - demonic torment and massive army, unrepentant humanity 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 reali...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Revelation 9:3
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“the great locust has eaten. What the great locust has left”
“but to torment them for five months. Their torment was like the torment of a scorpion”
“[in which were] fiery serpents and scorpions”
“the great locust”
“I will add to your yoke: my father chastised you with whips”
“and stings. In their tails they have power to harm men for five months.”
“if you refuse to let my people go”
“as the sand which is on the seashore for multitude.”
“And your spoil shall be gathered like the gathering of the caterpiller: as the running to and fro of locusts shall he run upon them.”
“son of man”