New Testament

Revelation 2:13

The Clear Bible Translation matches the King James Version, written at a 10th-grade reading level in plain English

At a Glance

In this verse, Jesus acknowledges the church in Pergamum for their steadfastness in faith despite living in a challenging environment where evil is prevalent, symbolized by "Satan's throne.

Author: John the apostle
Written: Around AD 95
Genre: Apocalyptic prophecy
Original Audience: The seven churches of Asia Minor

CBTClear Bible Translation

I know your works and where you live, where Satan's throne is. Yet you hold firmly to my name and have not denied my faith, even in the days when Antipas, my faithful martyr, was killed among you, where Satan dwells.

KJVKing James Version

I know thy works, and where thou dwellest, even where Satan’s seat is: and thou holdest fast my name, and hast not denied my faith, even in those days wherein Antipas was my faithful martyr, who was slain among you, where Satan dwelleth.

Verse Analysis

Plain-English insight for readers

In this verse, Jesus acknowledges the church in Pergamum for their steadfastness in faith despite living in a challenging environment where evil is prevalent, symbolized by "Satan's throne." The mention of Antipas, a martyr, highlights the persecution faced by believers. Despite the danger, the church remains loyal to Jesus and does not renounce their faith. This shows their courage and commitment to uphold their beliefs even when faced with severe consequences. The reference to Satan's dwelling signifies the spiritual warfare and moral challenges they encounter daily. Jesus commends them for their resilience, indicating that their faith is recognized and valued, even in the face of death. This verse serves as a reminder of the importance of holding onto one's faith amidst trials and tribulations, encouraging believers to remain steadfast in their convictions. Explore related faithfulness.

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How to apply Revelation 2:13 to your life

This verse encourages believers to remain steadfast in their faith, even when faced with challenges or persecution. It reminds us to hold onto our beliefs and support one another in difficult times, just as the church in Pergamum did.

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What does Revelation 2:13 mean?

Revelation 2:13 highlights the faithfulness of the church in Pergamum, acknowledging their commitment to Jesus despite living in a place associated with evil, referred to as 'Satan's throne.' It emphasizes their courage in maintaining their faith even in the face of persecution, exemplified by the martyrdom of Antipas.

What is the significance of 'Satan's throne' in Revelation 2:13?

'Satan's throne' symbolizes the presence of evil and the challenges faced by the believers in Pergamum. It indicates that the church was situated in a morally corrupt environment, yet they remained steadfast in their faith.

Who is Antipas mentioned in Revelation 2:13?

Antipas is referred to as a faithful martyr in Revelation 2:13, indicating that he was killed for his faith in Jesus. His mention serves to illustrate the severe persecution that early Christians faced in Pergamum.

How can Revelation 2:13 apply to modern believers?

Revelation 2:13 encourages modern believers to stay strong in their faith during difficult times, reminding them of the importance of supporting one another and remaining committed to their beliefs, just as the church in Pergamum did.

Book Summary

The Book of Revelation

Revelation 1: The Revelation of Jesus Christ

This is the revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gives Him to show His servants things which must shortly come to pass, sent and signified by His angel to John, who bears record of the word of God. A blessing is pronounced upon those who read and hear the words of this prophecy and keep the things written therein, for the time is at hand. John writes to the seven churches in Asia, sending grace and peace from Him which is, and which was, and which is to come, and from Jesus Christ, the faithful witness, the first begotten of the dead, who washed us from our sins in His own blood. He declares Himself Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending. John, in the isle of Patmos for the word of God, is in the Spirit on the Lord's day and hears behind him a great voice as a trumpet. Turning, he sees seven golden candlesticks and one like the Son of man among them, clothed to the foot, His head and hairs white as wool, His eyes as a flame of fire, His feet like fine brass, His voice as the sound of many waters, seven stars in His right hand, and a sharp twoedged sword going out of His mouth. John falls at His feet as dead, and the Lord lays His right hand upon him, saying, Fear not, I am the first and the last, He that liveth and was dead and is alive for evermore. He reveals that the seven stars are the angels of the seven churches and the seven candlesticks are the seven churches.

Revelation 2: Letters to Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamos, and Thyatira The Lord dictates letters to four of the seven churches. To Ephesus He commends their labor and patience and their rejection of evil men, but charges that they have left their first love, calling them to repent and do the first works. To Smyrna, suffering tribulation and poverty yet rich, He warns of coming imprisonment and bids them be faithful unto death to receive a crown of life, promising the overcomer shall not be hurt by the second death. To Pergamos, dwelling where Satan's seat is, He commends their holding fast His name but rebukes those holding the doctrine of Balaam and of the Nicolaitans, promising the overcomer hidden manna and a white stone with a new name. To Thyatira He commends their charity and works yet rebukes their suffering the woman Jezebel to teach and seduce His servants, declaring He will cast her into a bed of tribulation and that He searcheth the reins and hearts; the overcomer shall have power over the nations and the morning star. Revelation 3: Letters to Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea The Lord continues to the remaining three churches. To Sardis He declares they have a name that they live but are dead, urging them to be watchful and strengthen the things that remain, yet noting a few who have not defiled their garments who shall walk with Him in white. To Philadelphia, who has kept His word and not denied His name, He sets before them an open door which no man can shut, promising to keep them from the hour of temptation that shall come upon all the world, and that the overcomer shall be a pillar in the temple of God. To Laodicea He rebukes their being lukewarm, neither cold nor hot, so that He will spue them out of His mouth; they think themselves rich and increased with goods, but are wretched, miserable, poor, blind, and naked, and He counsels them to buy of Him gold tried in the fire. He declares that He stands at the door and knocks, and if any man hear His voice and open the door, He will come in to him; the overcomer shall sit with Him in His throne.

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