Rev 17:1-19:10 The Great Prostitute Part 3

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In this episode, Rob and Vinnie finish their discussion of the judgment of the Great Prostitute (Rev 17:1-19:10). They reveal how this biblical narrative offers hope and justice for the marginalized and oppressed. Unveiling layers of significance, we illustrate how the message transcends its ancient context, resonating profoundly with contemporary struggles. Join us as we illuminate the transformative power of divine judgment, revealing its inherent promise of liberation for the downtrodden and disenfranchised.

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Judgment of the Great Prostitute

She is drinking from her own cup: “in the cup which she mixed, mix double for her” (18:6).

18:9-19 3 Laments over the destruction of Babylon

18:9-10 “And the kings of the earth”

• Kings who lived sensuously with her lament

18:11a; 15-17a “And the merchants of the earth”

• the merchants of the earth, “who became rich from her” (18:15), lament because with her destruction, “no one buys their cargoes any longer” (18:11).

18:17b-19 “And every shipmaster and all who travel by ship and sailors and as many as make their living on the sea”

• “all who had ships at sea” and who, “became rich by her wealth” (18:19) lament because “in one hour she has been made desolate” (18:19).

John provides a list of goods (18:12-13)

• 28 = 7x4

“A strong angel” (18:21)

Strong angel (7x) 5:2; 10:1, 5, 8, 9, 10; 18:21-only in 3 passages!

Great Multitude” only 3x! 7:9; 19:1, 6

3 hallelujahs: 19:1, 3, 6

“Avenge” occurs only 2x (6:10; 19:2)

Clothing

Contrasts the Great Prostitute’s nakedness (17:16).

“The fine linen is the righteous deeds of the saints” (19:8).

Luke 18:8 “when the Son of Man comes will He find faith on the Earth?