Revelation 2:15

Verse

Berean Standard Bible

In the same way, some of you also hold to the teaching of the Nicolaitans.

American Standard Version (1901)

So hast thou also some that hold the teaching of the Nicolaitans in like manner.

Bible in Basic English

And you have those who keep the teaching of the Nicolaitans.

Douay-Rheims 1899

So hast thou also them that hold the doctrine of the Nicolaites.

Free Bible Version

Similarly you also have some who hold to the teaching of the Nicolaitans.

Geneva Bible 1599

Euen so hast thou them, that maintaine the doctrine of the Nicolaitanes, which thing I hate.

King James (Authorized) Version

So hast thou also them that hold the doctrine of the Nicolaitans, which thing I hate.

Translation for Translators

In that way, you are also permitting some of your members to practice what the Nicolaitans teach, which is like what Balaam taught.

Unlocked Literal Bible

In the same way, you even have some who hold tightly to the teaching of the Nicolaitans.

Noah Webster Bible

So hast thou also them that hold the doctrine of the Nicolaitans, which thing I hate.

World English Bible

So also you likewise have some who hold to the teaching of the Nicolaitans.

Young's Literal Translation

so hast thou, even thou, those holding the teaching of the Nicolaitans — which thing I hate.

Context

To the Church in Pergamum

¹⁴But I have a few things against you, because some of you hold to the teaching of Balaam, who taught Balak to place a stumbling block before the Israelites so they would eat food sacrificed to idols and commit sexual immorality.¹⁵In the same way, some of you also hold to the teaching of the Nicolaitans.¹⁶Therefore repent! Otherwise I will come to you shortly and wage war against them with the sword of My mouth.

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Summary

In Revelation 2:15, Jesus is addressing the church in Pergamum, commending them for holding fast to His name even in the midst of persecution and false teachings. However, He rebukes them for tolerating the teachings of the Nicolaitans, which promoted compromise with pagan practices and immorality. This verse serves as a warning against compromising one's faith and values for the sake of cultural acceptance or convenience. It emphasizes the importance of standing firm in the truth of God's Word and resisting influences that lead away from His commands.