beastθηρίον
thērion · Greek Noun
A symbolic creature often representing a powerful, antagonistic kingdom or ruler that opposes God and His people, typically characterized by violence and rebellion.
hornsκέρας
keras · Greek Noun
A symbol of power, strength, and authority, often used in apocalyptic literature to denote kings, empires, or potentates.
diademsδιάδημα
diadēma · Greek Noun
A royal crown or headband symbolizing sovereign authority, dominion, and rule.
blasphemousβλάσφημος
blasphēmos · Greek Adjective
Speech that is irreverent, insulting, or dishonoring toward God, claiming divine prerogatives or challenging His holy character.
dragonδράκων
drakōn · Greek Noun
A mythical or symbolic serpent or monster, consistently identified in the New Testament as Satan or the devil, the primary adversary of God.
authorityἐξουσία
exousia · Greek Noun
The right, power, or capacity to govern, command, or influence, which in a biblical context ultimately derives from God, even when wielded by His enemies.
throneθρόνος
thronos · Greek Noun
The seat of power or sovereignty, representing the legitimate or usurped right to rule over a realm.
marveledθαυμάζω
thaumazō · Greek Verb
To show intense admiration, wonder, or astonishment, often implying a state of being mesmerized or led astray by something powerful or supernatural.
worshipedπροσκυνέω
proskyneō · Greek Verb
The act of prostration or showing ultimate reverence and submission to a deity or being; in Scripture, exclusive worship belongs to God alone.
haughtyμεγαλυρρημοσύνη
megalorrhēmosynē · Greek Adjective/Noun
Arrogant, proud, or boastful speech, particularly that which reflects a heart lifted up against God and His truth.
forty-two monthsτεσσεράκοντα δύο μῆνες
tesserakonta dyo mēnes · Greek Noun phrase
A prophetic designation of time, equivalent to three and a half years, symbolizing a period of divinely limited time for tribulation or the rule of human/demonic powers.
blasphemiesβλασφημία
blasphemia · Greek Noun
An act of irreverent defiance or contemptuous speech directed against God or holy things; a usurpation of divine prerogatives.
nameὄνομα
onoma · Greek Noun
The covenant name of the Creator, representing His divine nature, character, and ultimate authority in the universe.
saintsἅγιος
hagios · Greek Noun (plural)
The holy, set-apart people of God; those consecrated to Him through faith in Christ and empowered by His Spirit to live righteously.
authorityἐξουσία
exousia · Greek Noun
The power, right, or mandate granted to someone or something to exercise control, rule, or influence over a specific domain or group.
worshipπροσκυνέω
proskyneo · Greek Verb
The act of showing profound reverence, adoration, and submission to a deity or being, expressing ultimate worthiness.
foundation of the worldκαταβολή
katabole tou kosmou · Greek Noun
The eternal, sovereign plan of God established before the creation of the universe, forming the basis for His redemptive purposes.
book of lifeβιβλίον τῆς ζωῆς
biblion tes zoes · Greek Noun Phrase
The divine record containing the names of all those who have received salvation and eternal life through the sacrifice of Christ.
Lambἀρνίον
arnion · Greek Noun
A term identifying Jesus Christ as the final, atoning sacrifice for sin, evoking the imagery of the Passover and Old Testament sacrificial system.
earοὖς
ous · Greek Noun
The inward capacity or spiritual receptivity to perceive, understand, and obey the truth revealed by the Spirit of God.
enduranceὑπομονή
hypomone · Greek Noun
The steadfast, patient, and persistent hope-filled perseverance of the believer in the face of suffering, opposition, or trial.
faithπίστις
pistis · Greek Noun
A confident, active trust in the reliability, promises, and faithfulness of God, which serves as the foundation for the Christian life.
beastθηρίον
thērion · Greek Noun
In apocalyptic literature, a beast represents a kingdom, government, or powerful worldly system that opposes God and His people, often characterized by brutality and godless authority.
earthγῆς
gēs · Greek Noun
Refers to the physical land, often distinguished from the 'sea' in apocalyptic imagery, representing a localized or terrestrial source of influence or power compared to the chaotic nature of the sea.
hornsκέρατα
kerata · Greek Noun
Used symbolically in the Bible to represent power, authority, strength, or sovereignty, often associated with kings or kingdoms.
lambἀρνίου
arniou · Greek Noun
Used as a symbol for sacrificial purity, innocence, and ultimate victory (The Lamb of God), but here used deceptively to mask a demonic reality.
dragonδράκων
drakōn · Greek Noun
Represents the adversary (the devil/Satan), characterized by deception, malevolence, and rebellion against God.
authorityἐξουσίαν
exousian · Greek Noun
Legitimate or delegated power to act, command, or influence; in a spiritual context, it signifies the right or capacity to govern and hold sway over subjects.
worshipπροσκυνήσωσιν
proskynēsōsin · Greek Verb
The act of ascribing ultimate worth, honor, and allegiance to someone or something; biblically, it belongs to God alone.
mortal woundπληγὴν τοῦ θανάτου
plēgēn tou thanatou · Greek Noun phrase
A fatal or deadly blow; biblically it signifies a point of irreversible destruction or death.
signsσημεῖα
sēmeia · Greek Noun
Miraculous acts or occurrences meant to validate a message, prophet, or power; in a false context, they serve to validate deception.
deceivesπλανᾷ
plana · Greek Verb
The act of misleading others away from the truth, often through falsehoods, false appearances, or false spiritual validation.
imageεἰκόνα
eikona · Greek Noun
A physical representation or likeness, used in the Bible as an object of idolatry that diverts worship away from the Creator.
breathπνεῦμα
pneuma · Greek Noun
The principle of life or spirit; often associated with the creative act of God (e.g., God breathing life into man). Giving breath mimics divine creative power.
slainἀποκτανθῶσιν
apoktanthōsin · Greek Verb
The act of killing, especially in an act of persecution or martyrdom for standing against godless systems.
markχάραγμα
charagma · Greek Noun
Refers to an official seal, inscription, or sign, often associated with ownership, authority, or allegiance. In a biblical context, it signifies dedication to a specific power or deity, contrasting with the seal of God.
beastθηρίον
thērion · Greek Noun
A symbolic creature representing a demonic or godless political/religious power that opposes God and His people, characterized by blasphemy and deceit.
wisdomσοφία
sophia · Greek Noun
In Scripture, wisdom is not merely intellectual knowledge but the practical application of divine truth, discernment, and spiritual insight provided by God to navigate life according to His will.
understandingσύνεσις
synesis · Greek Noun
Refers to the ability to comprehend, perceive, or grasp the deeper spiritual significance of divine revelation or mysterious prophetic symbols.
calculateψηφίζω
psēphizō · Greek Verb
The act of computing or reckoning; in this context, it implies discerning or decoding the symbolic meaning behind the number provided.
