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Revelation 13:5 Β· KJV

"And there was given unto him a mouth speaking great things and blasphemies; and power was given unto him to continue forty and two months."

King James Version

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Passage Context

3And I saw one of his heads as it were wounded to death; and his deadly wound was healed: and all the world wondered after the beast.
4And they worshipped the dragon which gave power unto the beast: and they worshipped the beast, saying, Who is like unto the beast? who is able to make war with him?
5And there was given unto him a mouth speaking great things and blasphemies; and power was given unto him to continue forty and two months.
6And he opened his mouth in blasphemy against God, to blaspheme his name, and his tabernacle, and them that dwell in heaven.
7And it was given unto him to make war with the saints, and to overcome them: and power was given him over all kindreds, and tongues, and nations.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you discern truth in a world filled with misinformation?

2

What does the idea of blasphemy mean for your understanding of respect for the divine?

3

When have you felt challenged to speak out against falsehoods?

Life Application

discernment

Practice discernment by evaluating the sources of information you engage with daily.

faith

Stand firm in your beliefs, even when faced with opposition or blasphemy.

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