Revelation 13:6

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

And he opened his mouth in blasphemy against God, to blaspheme his name, and his tabernacle, and them that dwell in heaven.

Complete Jewish Bible:

So it opened its mouth in blasphemies against God to insult his name and his Sh’khinah, and those living in heaven;

Berean Standard Bible:

And the beast opened its mouth to speak blasphemies against God and to slander His name and His tabernacle—those who dwell in heaven.

American Standard Version:

And he opened his mouth for blasphemies against God, to blaspheme his name, and his tabernacle, even them that dwell in the heaven.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And^{G2532} he opened^{G455} his^{G846} mouth^{G4750} in^{G1519} blasphemy^{G988} against^{G4314} God^{G2316}, to blaspheme^{G987} his^{G846} name^{G3686}, and^{G2532} his^{G846} tabernacle^{G4633}, and^{G2532} them that dwell^{G4637} in^{G1722} heaven^{G3772}.

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Commentary for Revelation 13:6

Revelation 13:6 is part of the apocalyptic book of Revelation, traditionally attributed to John the Apostle, and written in the late first century during a period of Christian persecution under the Roman Empire. The book is characterized by vivid symbolic imagery and is meant to convey a prophetic message of hope and warning to the early Church.

In this verse, the "he" refers to one of the two beasts described earlier in the chapter, often interpreted as representing a powerful political or religious entity that stands in opposition to God. This beast is depicted as speaking arrogantly and defiantly against God, blaspheming His name, His dwelling place (the tabernacle), and those who reside with Him in heaven. Blasphemy, in the biblical context, is the act of speaking against God or attributing to oneself divine attributes, thus challenging the sovereignty and holiness of God.

The themes of Revelation 13:6 include the cosmic struggle between good and evil, the challenge to God's authority by earthly powers, and the ultimate victory of God over such blasphemous forces. Historically, this verse would have resonated with early Christians who faced persecution from Roman emperors who demanded divine worship and who saw the state as a divine institution, in direct conflict with Christian beliefs. The verse serves as a warning about the dangers of earthly powers exalting themselves against God, and encourages believers to remain faithful despite persecution, trusting in the ultimate triumph of God's kingdom.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: G2532
   There are 5212 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: καί
   Transliteration: kaí
   Pronunciation: kahee
   Description: apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words:--and, also, both, but, even, for, if, or, so, that, then, therefore, when, yet.
   
2. Strong's Number: G455
   There are 100 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἀνοίγω
   Transliteration: anoígō
   Pronunciation: an-oy'-go
   Description: from ἀνά and (to open); to open up (literally or figuratively, in various applications):--open.
   
3. Strong's Number: G846
   There are 3776 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: αὐτός
   Transliteration: autós
   Pronunciation: ow-tos'
   Description: from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of ἀήρ through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative ἑαυτοῦ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons:--her, it(-self), one, the other, (mine) own, said, (self-), the) same, ((him-, my-, thy- )self, (your-)selves, she, that, their(-s), them(-selves), there(-at, - by, -in, -into, -of, -on, -with), they, (these) things, this (man), those, together, very, which. Compare αὑτοῦ.
   
4. Strong's Number: G4750
   There are 72 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: στόμα
   Transliteration: stóma
   Pronunciation: stom'-a
   Description: probably strengthened from a presumed derivative of the base of τομώτερος; the mouth (as if a gash in the face); by implication, language (and its relations); figuratively, an opening (in the earth); specially, the front or edge (of a weapon):--edge, face, mouth.
   
5. Strong's Number: G1519
   There are 1513 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: εἰς
   Transliteration: eis
   Pronunciation: ice
   Description: a primary preposition; to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases:--(abundant-)ly, against, among, as, at, (back-)ward, before, by, concerning, + continual, + far more exceeding, for (intent, purpose), fore, + forth, in (among, at, unto, -so much that, -to), to the intent that, + of one mind, + never, of, (up-)on, + perish, + set at one again, (so) that, therefore(-unto), throughout, til, to (be, the end, -ward), (here-)until(-to), …ward, (where-)fore, with. Often used in composition with the same general import, but only with verbs (etc.) expressing motion (literally or figuratively).
   
6. Strong's Number: G988
   There are 18 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: βλασφημία
   Transliteration: blasphēmía
   Pronunciation: blas-fay-me'-ah
   Description: from βλάσφημος; vilification (especially against God):--blasphemy, evil speaking, railing.
   
7. Strong's Number: G4314
   There are 674 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: πρός
   Transliteration: prós
   Pronunciation: pros
   Description: a strengthened form of πρό; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near to; usually with the accusative case, the place, time, occasion, or respect, which is the destination of the relation, i.e. whither or for which it is predicated):--about, according to , against, among, at, because of, before, between, (where-)by, for, X at thy house, in, for intent, nigh unto, of, which pertain to, that, to (the end that), X together, to (you) -ward, unto, with(-in). In the comparative case, it denotes essentially the same applications, namely, motion towards, accession to, or nearness at.
   
8. Strong's Number: G2316
   There are 1172 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: θεός
   Transliteration: theós
   Pronunciation: theh'-os
   Description: of uncertain affinity; a deity, especially (with ὁ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very:--X exceeding, God, god(-ly, -ward).
   
9. Strong's Number: G987
   There are 35 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: βλασφημέω
   Transliteration: blasphēméō
   Pronunciation: blas-fay-meh'-o
   Description: from βλάσφημος; to vilify; specially, to speak impiously:--(speak) blaspheme(-er, -mously, -my), defame, rail on, revile, speak evil.
   
10. Strong's Number: G3686
    There are 214 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ὄνομα
    Transliteration: ónoma
    Pronunciation: on'-om-ah
    Description: from a presumed derivative of the base of γινώσκω (compare ὀνίνημι); a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character):--called, (+ sur-)name(-d).
    
11. Strong's Number: G4633
    There are 20 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: σκηνή
    Transliteration: skēnḗ
    Pronunciation: skay-nay'
    Description: apparently akin to σκεῦος and σκιά; a tent or cloth hut (literally or figuratively):--habitation, tabernacle.
    
12. Strong's Number: G4637
    There are 5 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: σκηνόω
    Transliteration: skēnóō
    Pronunciation: skay-no'-o
    Description: from σκῆνος; to tent or encamp, i.e. (figuratively) to occupy (as a mansion) or (specially), to reside (as God did in the Tabernacle of old, a symbol of protection and communion):-- dwell.
    
13. Strong's Number: G1722
    There are 2129 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἐν
    Transliteration: en
    Pronunciation: en
    Description: a primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (medially or constructively), i.e. a relation of rest (intermediate between εἰς and ἐκ); "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.:--about, after, against, + almost, X altogether, among, X as, at, before, between, (here-)by (+ all means), for (… sake of), + give self wholly to, (here-)in(-to, -wardly), X mightily, (because) of, (up-)on, (open-)ly, X outwardly, one, X quickly, X shortly, (speedi-)ly, X that, X there(-in, -on), through(-out), (un-)to(-ward), under, when, where(-with), while, with(-in). Often used in compounds, with substantially the same import; rarely with verbs of motion, and then not to indicate direction, except (elliptically) by a separate (and different) preposition.
    
14. Strong's Number: G3772
    There are 264 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: οὐρανός
    Transliteration: ouranós
    Pronunciation: oo-ran-os'
    Description: perhaps from the same as ὄρος (through the idea of elevation); the sky; by extension, heaven (as the abode of God); by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the Gospel (Christianity):--air, heaven(-ly), sky.