Sickle of Truth

Among the 13 chapters which form the first section of Revelation, Chapter 12, is one of the most complete units. Being able to interpret it correctly is the key to interpreting the remainder of Revelation. It might even be wise for a student to begin with Chapter 12 and then work both directions to understand the remainder of Revelation. The following is a relatively complete exposition of Chapter 12. However first before we begin it is important to possess the…

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VERSE 7 “And war broke out in heaven: Michael and his angels fought with the dragon; and the dragon and his angels fought…” How did this happen? There was a great struggle (war) in the religious world (the ecclesiastical heavens) between the Papacy (who applied the title of Michael to itself, “Michael” means “One Who as God”), this false Michael with its followers, waged war with pagan Rome and its religious interests. VERSE 8 “…but they did not prevail, nor…

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