Revelation 2:9 KJV: I know thy works, and tribulation, and poverty, (but thou art rich) and I know the blasphemy of them which say they are Jews, and are not, but are the synagogue of Satan.

9 I know your afflictions and your poverty—yet you are rich! I know about the slander of those who say they are Jews and are not, but are a synagogue of Satan.

“I know about your suffering and your poverty—but you are rich! I know the blasphemy of those opposing you. They say they are Jews, but they are not, because their synagogue belongs to Satan. “‘I know your tribulation and your poverty (but you are rich) and the slander of those who say that they are Jews and are not, but are a synagogue of Satan.

What does Revelation 2:9 mean? The name "Smyrna" is closely related to "myrrh." When certain plants are crushed, they emit a fragrant resin, called myrrh. Similarly, when the church at Smyrna suffered, it produced a characteristic reaction. Jesus does not bring a single criticism against this church in His letter.

‘I know your suffering and your poverty (but you are rich), and how you are blasphemed and slandered by those who say they are Jews and are not, but are a synagogue of Satan [they are Jews only by blood, and do not believe and truly honor the God whom they claim to worship].

2024年6月21日 · What is Revelation 2:9-10 about? This verse is a powerful reminder to Christians facing hardships and persecution that their faithfulness and commitment to God will be rewarded. It emphasizes the importance of remaining steadfast in one’s beliefs, even in the face of adversity and challenges.

9 “I know your works, tribulation, and poverty (but you are rich); and I know the blasphemy of those who say they are Jews and are not, but are a synagogue of Satan. 10 Do not fear any of those things which you are about to suffer.

2025年1月11日 · Paul discusses the true nature of being a Jew, which is inward and spiritual, not merely outward, aligning with the critique of false Jews in Revelation 2:9.

9 I know your affliction and your poverty—though you are rich! And I am aware of the slander of those who falsely claim to be Jews, but are in fact a synagogue of Satan. 10 Do not fear what you are about to suffer. Look, the devil is about to throw some of you into prison to test you, and you will suffer tribulation for ten days.

Revelation 2:9-10 I know your afflictions and your poverty—yet you are rich! I know about the slander of those who say they are Jews and are not, but are a synagogue of Satan. Do not be afraid of what you are about to suffer. I tell you, the devil will put some of you... Read verse in New International Version