KJV ORIGINAL
And in her was found the blood of prophets, and of saints, and of all that were slain upon the earth.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
She had blood on her hands, the blood of prophets, believers, and everyone who'd been killed on earth.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
All the violence and murder in the world? She was behind it.
📚 Historical Context
The Book of Revelation was written by the Apostle John during a period of intense persecution of Christians under the Roman Empire in the first century. In this chapter, Babylon symbolizes corrupt worldly powers, such as Rome, that oppose God and His people, representing systems of greed and idolatry. This verse emphasizes that these powers will be held accountable for the martyrdom and bloodshed of faithful believers throughout history.
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