Revelation 2:21

Translations

Modern

Even though I have given her time to repent of her immorality, she is unwilling.

Traditional

And I gave her space to repent of her fornication; and she repented not.

Literal

And I gave her time that she might repent, and she is not willing to repent of her sexual immorality.

Latin

Et dedi illi tempus ut pœnitentiam ageret: et non vult pœnitere a fornicatione sua.

Original

Greek

English

Even though I have given her time to repent of her immorality, she is unwilling.

Notes

Revelation 2:21

Through messengers like John, Christ gave this false prophet a chance to repent for her wrong teachings and actions. However, like many others, she refused (compare Revelation 9:20–21).

Revelation 2:20–21

The mention of Jezebel, who led Israel into idol worship and immoral behavior (1 Kings 16:31–33; 21:5–26), highlights a serious issue. Like the Old Testament queen who led the worship of Baal (see 1 Kings 16:31; 18:4; 19:1–3), this unknown Jezebel claimed to be a prophet but was leading God's people into immorality. This included sexual misconduct and forming idolatrous alliances and actions (Exodus 34:15–16; Psalm 106:39; Isaiah 57:7–8).

Revelation 2:18–29

The letter to the church in Thyatira warns Christians against combining their faith with pagan practices and worldly behaviors.

Revelation 2:1–3:22

The seven messages to the seven churches show the condition of Christ's church when Revelation was written, and it is similar today. God still calls Christians to be faithful and honest. Those who listen to Christ's message will receive God's promised rewards. Those who do not will face judgment.

Theme notes and profiles

Apostasy and Renewal Early Christian Heresies God’s Judgment of His People Letters to the Seven Churches The Gift of Prophecy Visions

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