This document provides commentary on Revelation 13, which describes two beasts. The first beast rises from the sea, representing the Roman Empire, having aspects of past empires. It exercises power for 1260 years and blasphemes God. The second beast comes from the earth, represented by the United States, with a lamb-like appearance but speaking like a dragon to lead the world to worship the first beast. The document analyzes these symbols and their fulfillment in history.
This document discusses several topics related to church and state issues:
1) It references biblical passages about the fall of Babylon and warns that churches can experience a moral fall by rejecting truth.
2) It discusses how civil governments are ordained by God to maintain order but should not force religious observance, as seen in stories of Daniel and others refusing to disobey God.
3) It expresses concern about recent movements that threaten religious freedom and the separation of church and state, seeing parallels to prophecies about a beast that will enforce false worship. Believers must prepare through character development and understanding these issues in light of prophecy.
The document summarizes the biblical prophecy of the two beasts in Revelation 13. It describes how the first beast, representing the papal power, was wounded in 1798 but revived. The second beast then arose representing the United States, which came into existence due to persecutions from the first beast in Europe. Over time, the second beast gains power and influence, deceiving people through signs and wonders to worship the first beast. The document analyzes various aspects of the prophecy and provides historical context to support the identification of the United States as the second beast.
From the days of Polycarp to the present numerous attempts have been made to unlock the enigmatic 666 and its association with the name of the antichrist. What is its significance? How does the mark of the beast compare to the seal of God?
The document provides a summary and interpretation of Revelation chapter 6, which describes the opening of the seven seals of a book by Jesus. Each seal reveals a horse and rider representing a major period in the history of the church. The first four seals depict the early, pure church followed by periods of persecution, corruption through worldliness, and the establishment of the papacy leading to the slaughter of believers. The fifth seal shows martyrs crying out under God's altar. The sixth seal portrays signs in nature and the wicked recognizing Jesus' imminent return. The seventh seal signals silence in heaven as beings depart to gather the redeemed from Earth.
This document summarizes the genealogy of Perez in Ruth 4:18 and recounts the story of Naomi and Ruth in Ruth 1. It describes how Naomi's husband and two sons died, leaving her and her daughters-in-law widowed in Moab. When Naomi decided to return to Judah, Ruth insisted on going with her and leaving her homeland and people to care for Naomi.
This document discusses several passages from the book of Revelation chapters 8-9 and provides commentary and analysis. It addresses three main points:
1. Jerusalem will be trampled by Gentiles for 42 months, equal to 3.5 years, during the Great Tribulation. There will also be two witnesses who will preach for 1290 days.
2. The two witnesses are speculated to represent Moses and Elijah based on biblical clues, though some scholars suggest Enoch and Elijah.
3. When the seventh trumpet sounds, it signals that God's kingdom has come and He will reign forever, bringing great joy in heaven but sorrow to those who abused God's people. Suffering can bring one closer to God
This document provides commentary on Revelation 13, which describes two beasts. The first beast rises from the sea, representing the Roman Empire, having aspects of past empires. It exercises power for 1260 years and blasphemes God. The second beast comes from the earth, represented by the United States, with a lamb-like appearance but speaking like a dragon to lead the world to worship the first beast. The document analyzes these symbols and their fulfillment in history.
This document discusses several topics related to church and state issues:
1) It references biblical passages about the fall of Babylon and warns that churches can experience a moral fall by rejecting truth.
2) It discusses how civil governments are ordained by God to maintain order but should not force religious observance, as seen in stories of Daniel and others refusing to disobey God.
3) It expresses concern about recent movements that threaten religious freedom and the separation of church and state, seeing parallels to prophecies about a beast that will enforce false worship. Believers must prepare through character development and understanding these issues in light of prophecy.
The document summarizes the biblical prophecy of the two beasts in Revelation 13. It describes how the first beast, representing the papal power, was wounded in 1798 but revived. The second beast then arose representing the United States, which came into existence due to persecutions from the first beast in Europe. Over time, the second beast gains power and influence, deceiving people through signs and wonders to worship the first beast. The document analyzes various aspects of the prophecy and provides historical context to support the identification of the United States as the second beast.
From the days of Polycarp to the present numerous attempts have been made to unlock the enigmatic 666 and its association with the name of the antichrist. What is its significance? How does the mark of the beast compare to the seal of God?
The document provides a summary and interpretation of Revelation chapter 6, which describes the opening of the seven seals of a book by Jesus. Each seal reveals a horse and rider representing a major period in the history of the church. The first four seals depict the early, pure church followed by periods of persecution, corruption through worldliness, and the establishment of the papacy leading to the slaughter of believers. The fifth seal shows martyrs crying out under God's altar. The sixth seal portrays signs in nature and the wicked recognizing Jesus' imminent return. The seventh seal signals silence in heaven as beings depart to gather the redeemed from Earth.
This document summarizes the genealogy of Perez in Ruth 4:18 and recounts the story of Naomi and Ruth in Ruth 1. It describes how Naomi's husband and two sons died, leaving her and her daughters-in-law widowed in Moab. When Naomi decided to return to Judah, Ruth insisted on going with her and leaving her homeland and people to care for Naomi.
This document discusses several passages from the book of Revelation chapters 8-9 and provides commentary and analysis. It addresses three main points:
1. Jerusalem will be trampled by Gentiles for 42 months, equal to 3.5 years, during the Great Tribulation. There will also be two witnesses who will preach for 1290 days.
2. The two witnesses are speculated to represent Moses and Elijah based on biblical clues, though some scholars suggest Enoch and Elijah.
3. When the seventh trumpet sounds, it signals that God's kingdom has come and He will reign forever, bringing great joy in heaven but sorrow to those who abused God's people. Suffering can bring one closer to God
The document analyzes a puzzling biblical passage where heathens and people rage against God and his anointed one. It divides the analysis into four sections: I) discussing power brokers like kings and rulers conspiring against God, II) examining the persons of interest like Jesus who the world hates, III) considering the proposal to cast off God's bands and cords, and IV) explaining how God will laugh at and deride those who vainly imagine they can oppose him. The conclusion exhorts submitting to God and finding rest by putting one's trust in his son Jesus.
The document announces a men's fellowship meeting on May 8 and discusses celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter Sunday. It warns of false teachers who lead people into sin and describes their sinful behaviors and deceptive tactics, saying they are like dry wells that promise water but have none. The summary concludes that every promise of God is true.
The document discusses the identity of the first beast from Revelation 13-14. It provides evidence from the Bible that the first beast represents the Roman Catholic system, including its 1260 year period of rule from 538-1798 AD. Key points made include that the Catholic Church claims to have authority over times and laws, such as changing the Sabbath to Sunday, and that its doctrines and history involve speaking blasphemies against God.
The document is a sermon about the kings of Israel from Jeroboam to Omri. It discusses their increasing sinfulness over time and how each king walked in the sins of those before them. It warns that God will judge those who stubbornly follow their own sinful ways rather than walking obediently according to God's law. However, God will also receive anyone who repents of their sins and comes to Him through Jesus. The sermon encourages choosing to walk in obedience to experience God's blessings rather than facing His judgment for one's rebelliousness.
This summary provides the key points from the document in 3 sentences:
I. The document discusses a passage from Malachi 3 that talks about how some people spoke against God and said it was vain to serve him, while others who feared the Lord spoke to each other often, and God listened to them and wrote their names in a book of remembrance.
II. It then provides commentary on the passage, highlighting that those who feared the Lord had a choice companion, a fragrant fellowship, an attentive God, a recorded remembrance, and would be God's precious possession.
III. Finally, it notes that God will discriminate between the righteous and wicked, and calls believers to take time to
The Identity of a True Prophet
I. Prophecies During Times of Apostasy
A. False Accusation
B. Accurate Forecast
C. Aggressive Cancer
II. Is Outnumbered by False Prophets
III. Is Known for Being a Man of God
IV. Is Hated for His Style of Preaching
V. Will Face the Temptation to Compromise
VI. Is Faithful with God’s Words
VII. Will Expose Pretenders
The document provides an overview of chapters 15-20 of the book of Numbers. It summarizes the key events and teachings within these chapters. In chapter 15, God reminds the Israelites about the proper sacrifices and offerings. A man is stoned for gathering wood on the Sabbath. In chapter 16, Korah leads a rebellion against Moses and Aaron and the earth swallows up Korah and his followers. Chapter 17 describes Aaron's rod budding to confirm him as high priest. Chapter 18 outlines the duties and privileges of the priests. Chapter 19 details the ceremony of the red heifer. Chapter 20 describes the death of Miriam, the people complaining about lack of water, and Moses striking the rock instead of speaking to it
1) Solomon had many officers and administrators who each managed different jobs and responsibilities to efficiently run the kingdom and provide for Solomon's large household and many guests.
2) During Solomon's reign, Israel and Judah were wealthy, populous nations that controlled a large empire from Egypt to Mesopotamia, though the people were required to pay taxes.
3) However, Solomon disobeyed God's commands by acquiring many horses, wives, and wealth, and some of his wives turned him away from fully following God.
This document provides a summary of chapters 10-12 of the biblical book of Daniel. It discusses the rise of Papal Rome to power after the fall of Pagan Rome, fulfilling prophecies from Daniel. Key points include:
- Papal Rome rose to dominance after the Vandals weakened the Roman Empire, and the bishop of Rome was appointed head of the Christian church.
- Papal Rome fulfilled the prophecy of "arms standing on its part" in 508 AD when the king of France pledged to fight for the Pope.
- The 1260 year period of Papal rule from 538-1798 AD is described, when faithful believers faced persecution but continued teaching others.
- The re
This document provides a summary of Daniel chapters 10-12 with a focus on Rome's rise to power. It discusses:
1) Rome beginning to exert influence in the region after the death of the King of the South left a vulnerable child on the throne of Egypt.
2) Rome becoming the new King of the North after conquering the Assyrian kingdom with Pompey.
3) Pompey's siege of Jerusalem in 63 BC, which placed the region under Roman control for the first time.
The passage describes how Joshua sent two spies to scout out the city of Jericho ahead of their invasion. The spies ended up at the house of Rahab the prostitute, who hid them from the king of Jericho's men. Rahab expressed faith in the God of Israel and helped the spies escape, in exchange for sparing her family when Jericho would be attacked. The story highlights how God can use unlikely people like Rahab and save those with even a small seed of faith.
The document provides an overview of Exodus chapters 19-23 from the Bible. It summarizes the key events and teachings in these chapters. Specifically:
- God establishes a covenant with Israel at Mount Sinai and tells them to obey his commands. He will make them his special people if they do.
- God then gives the Ten Commandments to Moses and the Israelites, establishing moral laws for how they should relate to God and each other.
- The document further outlines other civil and moral laws God gives the Israelites pertaining to slavery, property damage, violence, and restitution. Harsh punishments like death are prescribed for serious offenses.
The document summarizes key events from Revelation 15-16, including the seven last plagues and the battle of Armageddon. It describes how the sixth plague involves the drying up of the Euphrates river, Satan sending out three evil spirits to deceive people, and the gathering of armies for the battle of Armageddon. The seventh and final plague then occurs, marking the end of Jesus' mediation and the pouring out of God's wrath. Satan makes one last attempt to destroy the faithful with this final battle, but will be defeated with Christ's return.
God had been fighting your Battles and He had been arranging things in your favor. He never stop giving and pouring you His blessings... It's a privilege to know how to get and keep His Favor?.
This document provides a summary of 1 Kings 20, which describes a confrontation between Ahab, king of Israel, and Benhadad, king of Syria. Initially, Ahab immediately surrenders to Benhadad's demands to take all his possessions and family. However, after the elders counsel Ahab not to give in, Ahab finds courage to tell Benhadad's messengers he will not comply fully with the demands. The document analyzes Ahab's actions, noting that when he turned away from God, he became cowardly, but finding strength when reconnecting with God and taking the elders' advice.
This document discusses biblical passages related to hair, head coverings, and prophesying. It argues that a woman should have her head covered based on passages in 1 Corinthians 11 stating that a man's head is Christ and a woman's head is man. It then discusses passages related to judging righteously and examples from Jeremiah of cutting hair and lamenting. The document argues that a city represents a woman and cites passages referring to Babylon, Jerusalem, and the beast from Revelation. It concludes with discussions of double blessings/cursing and duties based on passages from Genesis, Deuteronomy, Isaiah and other books.
The apostles Paul and Barnabas preached in Iconium and many Jews and Greeks believed. However, unbelieving Jews stirred up opposition against them. They remained and preached boldly with God's power, performing signs and wonders. The city became divided over whether to follow the Jews or apostles. When Jews and Gentiles planned to mistreat them, Paul and Barnabas fled to Lystra and Derbe where they continued preaching the gospel.
A verse by verse commentary on LUKE chapter 8 dealing with the Parable of the Sower and its interpretation. It goes on to wit the lamp on the stand, and the mother and brothers of Jesus. The storm is made calm by a miracle of Jesus, and then he heals a demon possessed man. Finally, Jesus goes on to raise the daughter of Jairus from the dead.
The document analyzes a puzzling biblical passage where heathens and people rage against God and his anointed one. It divides the analysis into four sections: I) discussing power brokers like kings and rulers conspiring against God, II) examining the persons of interest like Jesus who the world hates, III) considering the proposal to cast off God's bands and cords, and IV) explaining how God will laugh at and deride those who vainly imagine they can oppose him. The conclusion exhorts submitting to God and finding rest by putting one's trust in his son Jesus.
The document announces a men's fellowship meeting on May 8 and discusses celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter Sunday. It warns of false teachers who lead people into sin and describes their sinful behaviors and deceptive tactics, saying they are like dry wells that promise water but have none. The summary concludes that every promise of God is true.
The document discusses the identity of the first beast from Revelation 13-14. It provides evidence from the Bible that the first beast represents the Roman Catholic system, including its 1260 year period of rule from 538-1798 AD. Key points made include that the Catholic Church claims to have authority over times and laws, such as changing the Sabbath to Sunday, and that its doctrines and history involve speaking blasphemies against God.
The document is a sermon about the kings of Israel from Jeroboam to Omri. It discusses their increasing sinfulness over time and how each king walked in the sins of those before them. It warns that God will judge those who stubbornly follow their own sinful ways rather than walking obediently according to God's law. However, God will also receive anyone who repents of their sins and comes to Him through Jesus. The sermon encourages choosing to walk in obedience to experience God's blessings rather than facing His judgment for one's rebelliousness.
This summary provides the key points from the document in 3 sentences:
I. The document discusses a passage from Malachi 3 that talks about how some people spoke against God and said it was vain to serve him, while others who feared the Lord spoke to each other often, and God listened to them and wrote their names in a book of remembrance.
II. It then provides commentary on the passage, highlighting that those who feared the Lord had a choice companion, a fragrant fellowship, an attentive God, a recorded remembrance, and would be God's precious possession.
III. Finally, it notes that God will discriminate between the righteous and wicked, and calls believers to take time to
The Identity of a True Prophet
I. Prophecies During Times of Apostasy
A. False Accusation
B. Accurate Forecast
C. Aggressive Cancer
II. Is Outnumbered by False Prophets
III. Is Known for Being a Man of God
IV. Is Hated for His Style of Preaching
V. Will Face the Temptation to Compromise
VI. Is Faithful with God’s Words
VII. Will Expose Pretenders
The document provides an overview of chapters 15-20 of the book of Numbers. It summarizes the key events and teachings within these chapters. In chapter 15, God reminds the Israelites about the proper sacrifices and offerings. A man is stoned for gathering wood on the Sabbath. In chapter 16, Korah leads a rebellion against Moses and Aaron and the earth swallows up Korah and his followers. Chapter 17 describes Aaron's rod budding to confirm him as high priest. Chapter 18 outlines the duties and privileges of the priests. Chapter 19 details the ceremony of the red heifer. Chapter 20 describes the death of Miriam, the people complaining about lack of water, and Moses striking the rock instead of speaking to it
1) Solomon had many officers and administrators who each managed different jobs and responsibilities to efficiently run the kingdom and provide for Solomon's large household and many guests.
2) During Solomon's reign, Israel and Judah were wealthy, populous nations that controlled a large empire from Egypt to Mesopotamia, though the people were required to pay taxes.
3) However, Solomon disobeyed God's commands by acquiring many horses, wives, and wealth, and some of his wives turned him away from fully following God.
This document provides a summary of chapters 10-12 of the biblical book of Daniel. It discusses the rise of Papal Rome to power after the fall of Pagan Rome, fulfilling prophecies from Daniel. Key points include:
- Papal Rome rose to dominance after the Vandals weakened the Roman Empire, and the bishop of Rome was appointed head of the Christian church.
- Papal Rome fulfilled the prophecy of "arms standing on its part" in 508 AD when the king of France pledged to fight for the Pope.
- The 1260 year period of Papal rule from 538-1798 AD is described, when faithful believers faced persecution but continued teaching others.
- The re
This document provides a summary of Daniel chapters 10-12 with a focus on Rome's rise to power. It discusses:
1) Rome beginning to exert influence in the region after the death of the King of the South left a vulnerable child on the throne of Egypt.
2) Rome becoming the new King of the North after conquering the Assyrian kingdom with Pompey.
3) Pompey's siege of Jerusalem in 63 BC, which placed the region under Roman control for the first time.
The passage describes how Joshua sent two spies to scout out the city of Jericho ahead of their invasion. The spies ended up at the house of Rahab the prostitute, who hid them from the king of Jericho's men. Rahab expressed faith in the God of Israel and helped the spies escape, in exchange for sparing her family when Jericho would be attacked. The story highlights how God can use unlikely people like Rahab and save those with even a small seed of faith.
The document provides an overview of Exodus chapters 19-23 from the Bible. It summarizes the key events and teachings in these chapters. Specifically:
- God establishes a covenant with Israel at Mount Sinai and tells them to obey his commands. He will make them his special people if they do.
- God then gives the Ten Commandments to Moses and the Israelites, establishing moral laws for how they should relate to God and each other.
- The document further outlines other civil and moral laws God gives the Israelites pertaining to slavery, property damage, violence, and restitution. Harsh punishments like death are prescribed for serious offenses.
The document summarizes key events from Revelation 15-16, including the seven last plagues and the battle of Armageddon. It describes how the sixth plague involves the drying up of the Euphrates river, Satan sending out three evil spirits to deceive people, and the gathering of armies for the battle of Armageddon. The seventh and final plague then occurs, marking the end of Jesus' mediation and the pouring out of God's wrath. Satan makes one last attempt to destroy the faithful with this final battle, but will be defeated with Christ's return.
God had been fighting your Battles and He had been arranging things in your favor. He never stop giving and pouring you His blessings... It's a privilege to know how to get and keep His Favor?.
This document provides a summary of 1 Kings 20, which describes a confrontation between Ahab, king of Israel, and Benhadad, king of Syria. Initially, Ahab immediately surrenders to Benhadad's demands to take all his possessions and family. However, after the elders counsel Ahab not to give in, Ahab finds courage to tell Benhadad's messengers he will not comply fully with the demands. The document analyzes Ahab's actions, noting that when he turned away from God, he became cowardly, but finding strength when reconnecting with God and taking the elders' advice.
This document discusses biblical passages related to hair, head coverings, and prophesying. It argues that a woman should have her head covered based on passages in 1 Corinthians 11 stating that a man's head is Christ and a woman's head is man. It then discusses passages related to judging righteously and examples from Jeremiah of cutting hair and lamenting. The document argues that a city represents a woman and cites passages referring to Babylon, Jerusalem, and the beast from Revelation. It concludes with discussions of double blessings/cursing and duties based on passages from Genesis, Deuteronomy, Isaiah and other books.
The apostles Paul and Barnabas preached in Iconium and many Jews and Greeks believed. However, unbelieving Jews stirred up opposition against them. They remained and preached boldly with God's power, performing signs and wonders. The city became divided over whether to follow the Jews or apostles. When Jews and Gentiles planned to mistreat them, Paul and Barnabas fled to Lystra and Derbe where they continued preaching the gospel.
A verse by verse commentary on LUKE chapter 8 dealing with the Parable of the Sower and its interpretation. It goes on to wit the lamp on the stand, and the mother and brothers of Jesus. The storm is made calm by a miracle of Jesus, and then he heals a demon possessed man. Finally, Jesus goes on to raise the daughter of Jairus from the dead.
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The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
Teks ini menjelaskan bahwa Yesus adalah satu-satunya jalan menuju surga, dan bahwa keselamatan hanya dapat diperoleh dengan menerima Yesus sebagai Tuhan dan Juruselamat. Tidak ada cara lain untuk masuk surga selain melalui iman kepada Yesus.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms for those who already suffer from conditions like depression and anxiety.
Dokumen tersebut membahas tentang keselamatan manusia dari neraka dan kehidupan kekal di surga. Semua orang berdosa dan layak menerima hukuman kekal di neraka, namun Tuhan mencintai umat manusia sehingga mengutus Yesus Kristus untuk mati demi dosa manusia. Satu-satunya cara untuk diselamatkan adalah dengan bertobat dari dosa dan menerima Yesus sebagai Juru Selamat melalui iman.
1. Revelation 13
Geneva Bible Text
Rev 13:1 (12:18) And I stoode on the sea sand. And I sawe a beast rise out of the sea, hauing
seuen heads, and ten hornes, and vpon his hornes were ten crownes, and vpon his heads the name
of blasphemie.
Rev 13:2 And the beast which I sawe, was like a Leopard, and his feete like a beares, and his
mouth as the mouth of a lion: and the dragon gaue him his power and his throne, and great
authoritie.
Rev 13:3 And I sawe one of his heads as it were wounded to death, but his deadly wound was
healed, and all the world wondred and folowed the beast.
Rev 13:4 And they worshipped the dragon which gaue power vnto the beast, & they worshipped
the beast, saying, Who is like vnto the beast! Who is able to warre with him!
Rev 13:5 And there was giuen vnto him a mouth, that spake great things and blasphemies, and
power was giuen vnto him, to doe two and fourtie moneths.
Rev 13:6 And he opened his mouth vnto blasphemie against God, to blaspheme his Name, and
his tabernacle, and them that dwell in heauen.
Rev 13:7 And it was giuen vnto him to make warre with the Saints, and to ouercome them, &
power was giuen him ouer euery kinred, and tongue, and nation.
Rev 13:8 Therefore all that dwell vpon the earth, shall worship him, whose names are not written
in the booke of life of that Lambe, which was slaine from the beginning of the world.
Rev 13:9 If any man haue an eare, let him heare.
Rev 13:10 If any leade into captiuitie, hee shall go into captiuitie: if any kill with a sword, he
must be killed by a sword: here is the patience and the faith of the Saints.
Rev 13:11 And I beheld another beast coming vp out of the earth, which had two hornes like the
Lambe, but he spake like the dragon.
Rev 13:12 And he did all that the first beast could doe before him, and he caused the earth, and
them which dwell therein, to worship the first beast, whose deadly wound was healed.
Rev 13:13 And he did great wonders, so that hee made fire to come downe from heauen on the
earth, in the sight of men,
Rev 13:14 And deceiued them that dwell on the earth by the signes, which were permitted to him
to doe in the sight of the beast, saying to them that dwell on the earth, that they should make the
image of the beast, which had the wound of a sword, and did liue.
2. Rev 13:15 And it was permitted to him to giue a spirit vnto the image of the beast, so that the
image of the beast should speake, and should cause that as many as would not worship the image
of the beast, should be killed.
Rev 13:16 And he made all, both small and great, rich and poore, free and bond, to receiue a
marke in their right hand or in their foreheads,
Rev 13:17 And that no man might buy or sell, saue hee that had the marke, or the name of the
beast, or the number of his name.
Rev 13:18 Here is wisdome. Let him that hath wit, count the number of the beast: for it is the
number of a man, and his number is sixe hundreth threescore and sixe.
REVELATION 13
Geneva Bible 1560
Commentary Notes
1 c Which signifie manie prouinces.
1 b Meaning Rome, because it was first gouerned by seuen Kings or Emperours after Nero, and also is
compassed about with seuen mountaines.
1 a Here is the description of the Romaine empire which standeth in crueltie and tyrannie.
1 ! The beat deceiueth the reprobate.
2 e That is, the deuil.
2 d By these beastes are signified the Macedonians, Persians & Chaldeans whome the Romaines
ouercame.
2 ! And is confirmed by another beast.
3 g For the empire was established againe Vespasian.
3 f This maie be vnderstand of Nero, who moued the first persecution against the Churche, and after shew
him slef, so that the familie of the Cesars ended in him.
4 h By receiuing the statutes, or dinances, decrees, ceremonies, & religion of the Romaine empire.
5 i Antichrists time & power is limited.
7 k In their bodies, not in soule.
7 l He meaneth that vniuersal departing where of S. Paul speaketh to the Thessalonians.
8 n As God ordeined from before all beginning, & all the sacrifices were as signes & sacraments of
Christs death.
8 m Antichrist hathe not power ouer the elect.
10 o Thei which led soules captiues, go them selues into captiuitie.
11 q Which signifie the priesthode & the kingdome, and therefore he giueth in his armes two keis, and
hathe two swordes caryed before him. So Boniface the eight which first ordeined the Jubile, shewed him
self one day in apparel as a Pope, & the next day in harnes as the Emperour, and the two hornes in the
3. bishops mitre are signes hereof.
11 r He spake deuelish doctrine, accused Gods worde of imperfection set vp mans traditions and spake
things contrarie to God and his worde.
11 p As the kingdome of Christ is from heauen, & bringeth men thither: so the Popes kingdome is of the
earth & leadeth to perdition, & is begonne, & established by ambition, couetousnes, beastelines, craft,
treason & tryannie.
12 s For the Pope in ambition crueltie, idolatrie, & blasphemie did folow & imitate the ancient Romaines.
12 t Broght them to idolatrie & astonished them with the name of that holie empire (as h termeth it).
13 u The man of sinne according to the operation of Satan shalbe with all power, signes & miracles of lies
{2 Thes. 2,10}
14 x Before the whole empire which representeth the first beast, ans is the image thereof.
14 y For the first empire Romaine was as the paterne, & this seconde empire is but an image & shadowe
thereof.
15 a The same things which the Pope or false prophetes instruct him in.
15 b Receiue the ordinances & decrees of the seat of Rome, & to kisse the vilens sorte, if he were put
there unto.
15 z For except the Pope confirme the autoritie of the King, of Romaines, he is not estemed worthie to be
made Emperour.
16 c Whereby he renounceth Christ: for as faith, the wrode & the Sacraments are the Christians markes:
so this Antichrist wil accept none but suche as wil approue his doctrine: so that it is not ynough to confess
Christ, & to belieue the Scriptures, but a man must subscribe to the Popes doctrine: moreouer their
chrismatories, graisings, vowes, othes ??? shauings are signes of this marke in so muce as no nation was
excepted that had not manie of these marked beasts.
17 ! The priuiledge of the beasts marke.
17 d He that is not sealed with Antichrists marke, can not be suffered to liue among men.
18 e Suche as may be vnderstand by mans reason: for about 666 yeres after this reuelation the Pope or
Antichrist began to be manifest in the worlde: for these characters ??? signifie 666: & this nomber is
gathered of the smale nomber ??? which in the whole make 666 & signifieth Lateinus, or Latin, which
noteth the Pope or Antichrist who vseth in all things the Latin tongue, & in respect thereof he conteneth
the Ebrewe & Greke wherein the worde of God was first & best write: & because Italie in olde time was
called Latinum, the Italians are called Latini, so that hereby he noteth of what countrey chiefly he shulde
come.