And the third angel followed them, saying with a loud…
“And the third angel followed them, saying with a loud voice, If any man worship the beast and his image, and receive his mark in his forehead, or in his hand, The same shall drink of the wine of the wrath of God, which is poured out without mixture into the cup of his indignation; and he shall be tormented with fire and brimstone in the presence of the holy angels, and in the presence of the Lamb: And the smoke of their torment ascendeth up for ever and ever: and they have no rest day nor night, who worship the beast and his image, and whosoever receiveth the mark of his name.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The passage warns that worshipping the beast and accepting its mark leads to eternal torment and separation from divine peace.
In simple terms: Worshipping evil brings endless suffering.
Key Takeaway
Avoid aligning with evil forces.
Themes
faith
eternity
judgment
Mood
foreboding
serious
Type
prophetic
warning
When to use this quote
- personal moral choices
- political allegiance
- social conformity
- religious practice
Key Concepts
apocalyptic prophecy
spiritual warfare
Questions to Reflect On
- What does "the beast" represent in modern society?
- How do we discern true worship?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations vary on literal vs symbolic meaning of the "mark".