Revelation 17:17-18
Amplified Bible
17 For God has put it in their hearts to carry out His purpose by [a]agreeing together to surrender their kingdom to the beast, until the [prophetic] words of God will be fulfilled. 18 The woman whom you saw is the [b]great city, which reigns over and dominates and controls the kings and the political leaders of the earth.”
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- Revelation 17:17 Or having a common purpose.
- Revelation 17:18 Scholars have differing opinions on the “great city.” Some believe the context (18:2, 10, 21) suggests Babylon, others Rome, and still others believe it refers to many cities.
Revelation 17:17-18
New International Version
17 For God has put it into their hearts(A) to accomplish his purpose by agreeing to hand over to the beast their royal authority,(B) until God’s words are fulfilled.(C) 18 The woman you saw is the great city(D) that rules over the kings of the earth.”
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