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Babylon Is Fallen
7As much as she has glorified herself and lived in luxury, give her the same measure of torment and grief. In her heart she says, ‘I sit as queen; I am not a widow and will never see grief.’ 8Therefore her plagues will come in one day— death and grief and famine— and she will be consumed by fire, for mighty is the Lord God who judges her.”
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David Wilkerson
Willie Mullan
George FoxSummary
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- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Therefore shall her plagues come - Death, by the sword of her adversaries; mourning on account of the slaughter; and famine, the fruits of the field being destroyed by the hostile bands. Utterly burned with fire - Of what city is this spoken? Rome pagan has never been thus treated; Alaric and Totilas burnt only some parts with fire. Rome papal has not been thus treated; but this is true of Jerusalem, and yet Jerusalem is not generally thought to be intended.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
death--on herself, though she thought herself secure even from the death of her husband. mourning--instead of her feasting. famine--instead of her luxurious delicacies (Rev 18:3, Rev 18:7). fire--(See on Rev 17:16). Literal fire may burn the literal city of Rome, which is situated in the midst of volcanic agencies. As the ground was cursed for Adam's sin, and the earth under Noah was sunk beneath the flood, and Sodom was burnt with fire, so may Rome be. But as the harlot is mystical (the whole faithless Church), the burning may be mainly mystical, symbolizing utter destruction and removal. BENGEL is probably right in thinking Rome will once more rise to power. The carnal, faithless, and worldly elements in all churches, Roman, Greek, and Protestant, tend towards one common center, and prepare the way for the last form of the beast, namely, Antichrist. The Pharisees were in the main sound in creed, yet judgment fell on them as on the unsound Sadducees and half-heathenish Samaritans. So faithless and adulterous, carnal, worldly Protestant churches, will not escape for their soundness of creed. the Lord--so B, C, Syriac, and ANDREAS. But A and Vulgate omit. "Strong" is the meaning of God's Hebrew name, "EL." judgeth--But A, B, and C read the past tense (Greek, "krinas"), "who hath judged her": the prophetical past for the future: the charge in Rev 18:4 to God's people to come out of her implies that the judgment was not yet actually executed.
John Gill Bible Commentary
Therefore shall her plagues come in one day,.... The seven last plagues, which will be in a very little time executed upon her, very speedily and very quickly, one after another, if not all together; and particularly the fifth vial may be respected, as well as the plagues that follow; see Isa 47:9 death; not the second death, which will not be till after the decisive battle at Armageddon, when the beast will be taken, and cast alive into the lake which burns with fire and brimstone, which is the second death; but either the pestilence, which is called so, Rev 6:8 or rather death by the sword, war, which will be brought upon her, and in which she and her children will be slain with the sword: mourning; for the loss of her children, the destruction of the city of Rome itself, the seat of the beast, and for the darkness of his kingdom, the inhabitants of which shall be in such pain, as to gnaw their tongues for it: famine; which generally attends war, at least sieges; and it looks as if Rome would be besieged awhile before it is destroyed, which will produce a grievous famine in it; this is opposed to her living deliciously, as well as the two former are to her notion of sitting a queen for ever, and knowing no sorrow: and she shall be utterly burnt with fire; the burning of Rome has been attempted several times, by different persons, and has been burnt in part, but not wholly; see Gill on Rev 17:16 but now it will be entirely destroyed by fire; either by fire from heaven, as Sodom and Gomorrah were; or by fire breaking out of the earth, it being very manifest that there are volcanos, burning mountains, and subterraneous fires in those parts, which seem to be so many preparations in nature for the burning of that city; or rather by the ten kings, who will set fire to it; and it may be by all these ways. The Jews have a notion, that, at the coming of the Messiah, Rome will be burnt (a), as Sodom has been; you will find, say they (b), that of Sodom and of that kingdom (Rome, of which they are speaking, and which they afterwards call the fourth kingdom), it is decreed concerning them both, that they "should be burnt with fire"; of Sodom, Gen 19:24 and of the fourth kingdom (Rome), Isa 34:9. for strong is the Lord God that judgeth her; the Alexandrian copy reads, "that has judged": and so the Syriac and Arabic versions; that is, has purposed and determined her destruction, and therefore it is unavoidable; he that has resolved upon it, and foretold it, and has condemned her to it, is the Lord God Almighty; and he is able to execute the sentence determined and pronounced, and it is impossible she should escape: it may be understood of Christ the mighty God, the Judge of quick and dead; see Jer 50:34. (a) Zohar in Gen. fol. 74. 3. & in Numb. fol. 86. 1. (b) Yalkut Simeoni, par. 2. fol. 48. 2.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
18:8 The plagues (18:2-3) are a reminder that destruction was not merely a human action; it is the Lord God who judges her. He is mighty, able to accomplish what he promises.
Babylon Is Fallen
7As much as she has glorified herself and lived in luxury, give her the same measure of torment and grief. In her heart she says, ‘I sit as queen; I am not a widow and will never see grief.’ 8Therefore her plagues will come in one day— death and grief and famine— and she will be consumed by fire, for mighty is the Lord God who judges her.”
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Sodom's Sister
By David Wilkerson4.5K54:44GEN 6:17JER 14:12EZK 16:49EZK 16:53MAT 6:33MAT 11:23REV 18:8In this sermon, the speaker begins by expressing his initial desire to bring a cheerful and uplifting message, but instead finds himself drawn to the 16th chapter of Ezekiel. He emphasizes that God never leaves his people clueless and promises to protect and deliver them from the power of sin and the devil. The speaker then discusses the incredible offer of freedom through Jesus Christ and how it is often rejected by people. He also mentions the future events described in the Bible, such as the battle of Armageddon and the second coming of Christ, reassuring the listeners that they have nothing to fear. The sermon concludes with a call to take the wake-up call seriously and to get serious about their faith.
(Revelation) the Doom of the Commercial Babylon
By Willie Mullan2.1K1:03:08BabylonGEN 11:1MAT 6:33MAT 7:1REV 18:6REV 18:8In this sermon, the speaker begins by praising the Lord and emphasizing His strength and power. The speaker then mentions singing a song of praise to Jesus and expresses gratitude for the opportunity to preach the word. The sermon then transitions to the Book of Revelation, specifically chapter 18, focusing on the doom of commercial babbling. The speaker warns that those who engage in corrupt and immoral practices, such as shedding innocent blood, will face judgment from God.
Seventh Bowl: Earthquake, Hail, and the Fall of Babylon (Rev. 16:17-21)
By Mike Bickle191:04:49Hope and RestorationGod's JudgmentJOB 38:22PSA 2:8ISA 42:15EZK 38:22ZEC 14:4MAT 24:30HEB 12:26REV 15:3REV 16:17REV 18:8Mike Bickle delivers a powerful sermon on the seventh bowl of God's judgment as described in Revelation 16:17-21, emphasizing the dramatic and transformative nature of this final intervention in human history. He explains that the seventh bowl represents the most severe judgment, featuring a great earthquake and massive hailstones, which will lead to the permanent destruction of Babylon and a significant shift in the earth's topography. Bickle highlights God's decisive action against sin and injustice, assuring believers that this judgment is a necessary step towards establishing righteousness and love in the world. He encourages the congregation to marvel at God's wisdom and love revealed through these events, reminding them that the end of the story is ultimately one of hope and restoration.
Epistle 55
By George Fox0Spiritual WarfareTruth and DeceitISA 59:17MAT 18:18JHN 15:5EPH 6:11EPH 6:172TI 2:3REV 18:8George Fox delivers a powerful message urging believers to arm themselves for spiritual warfare, emphasizing the need to stand firm against deceit and to uphold the truth of God. He calls on his brethren to be vigilant and to wait in the light of Jesus, which empowers them to overcome the darkness and falsehoods in the world. Fox warns against those who profess faith but do not act accordingly, declaring that they will face judgment. He encourages the faithful to remain united in Christ, growing in their faith and producing fruit for God's glory. Ultimately, he reassures them of the Lord's presence and power as they engage in this spiritual battle.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Therefore shall her plagues come - Death, by the sword of her adversaries; mourning on account of the slaughter; and famine, the fruits of the field being destroyed by the hostile bands. Utterly burned with fire - Of what city is this spoken? Rome pagan has never been thus treated; Alaric and Totilas burnt only some parts with fire. Rome papal has not been thus treated; but this is true of Jerusalem, and yet Jerusalem is not generally thought to be intended.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
death--on herself, though she thought herself secure even from the death of her husband. mourning--instead of her feasting. famine--instead of her luxurious delicacies (Rev 18:3, Rev 18:7). fire--(See on Rev 17:16). Literal fire may burn the literal city of Rome, which is situated in the midst of volcanic agencies. As the ground was cursed for Adam's sin, and the earth under Noah was sunk beneath the flood, and Sodom was burnt with fire, so may Rome be. But as the harlot is mystical (the whole faithless Church), the burning may be mainly mystical, symbolizing utter destruction and removal. BENGEL is probably right in thinking Rome will once more rise to power. The carnal, faithless, and worldly elements in all churches, Roman, Greek, and Protestant, tend towards one common center, and prepare the way for the last form of the beast, namely, Antichrist. The Pharisees were in the main sound in creed, yet judgment fell on them as on the unsound Sadducees and half-heathenish Samaritans. So faithless and adulterous, carnal, worldly Protestant churches, will not escape for their soundness of creed. the Lord--so B, C, Syriac, and ANDREAS. But A and Vulgate omit. "Strong" is the meaning of God's Hebrew name, "EL." judgeth--But A, B, and C read the past tense (Greek, "krinas"), "who hath judged her": the prophetical past for the future: the charge in Rev 18:4 to God's people to come out of her implies that the judgment was not yet actually executed.
John Gill Bible Commentary
Therefore shall her plagues come in one day,.... The seven last plagues, which will be in a very little time executed upon her, very speedily and very quickly, one after another, if not all together; and particularly the fifth vial may be respected, as well as the plagues that follow; see Isa 47:9 death; not the second death, which will not be till after the decisive battle at Armageddon, when the beast will be taken, and cast alive into the lake which burns with fire and brimstone, which is the second death; but either the pestilence, which is called so, Rev 6:8 or rather death by the sword, war, which will be brought upon her, and in which she and her children will be slain with the sword: mourning; for the loss of her children, the destruction of the city of Rome itself, the seat of the beast, and for the darkness of his kingdom, the inhabitants of which shall be in such pain, as to gnaw their tongues for it: famine; which generally attends war, at least sieges; and it looks as if Rome would be besieged awhile before it is destroyed, which will produce a grievous famine in it; this is opposed to her living deliciously, as well as the two former are to her notion of sitting a queen for ever, and knowing no sorrow: and she shall be utterly burnt with fire; the burning of Rome has been attempted several times, by different persons, and has been burnt in part, but not wholly; see Gill on Rev 17:16 but now it will be entirely destroyed by fire; either by fire from heaven, as Sodom and Gomorrah were; or by fire breaking out of the earth, it being very manifest that there are volcanos, burning mountains, and subterraneous fires in those parts, which seem to be so many preparations in nature for the burning of that city; or rather by the ten kings, who will set fire to it; and it may be by all these ways. The Jews have a notion, that, at the coming of the Messiah, Rome will be burnt (a), as Sodom has been; you will find, say they (b), that of Sodom and of that kingdom (Rome, of which they are speaking, and which they afterwards call the fourth kingdom), it is decreed concerning them both, that they "should be burnt with fire"; of Sodom, Gen 19:24 and of the fourth kingdom (Rome), Isa 34:9. for strong is the Lord God that judgeth her; the Alexandrian copy reads, "that has judged": and so the Syriac and Arabic versions; that is, has purposed and determined her destruction, and therefore it is unavoidable; he that has resolved upon it, and foretold it, and has condemned her to it, is the Lord God Almighty; and he is able to execute the sentence determined and pronounced, and it is impossible she should escape: it may be understood of Christ the mighty God, the Judge of quick and dead; see Jer 50:34. (a) Zohar in Gen. fol. 74. 3. & in Numb. fol. 86. 1. (b) Yalkut Simeoni, par. 2. fol. 48. 2.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
18:8 The plagues (18:2-3) are a reminder that destruction was not merely a human action; it is the Lord God who judges her. He is mighty, able to accomplish what he promises.