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here are those who keep the commandments of God and the faith of Jesus. <a href="/nasb_/revelation/14.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Here is the perseverance of the saints who keep the commandments of God and their faith in Jesus. <a href="/nasb/revelation/14.htm">NASB 1995</a> Here is the perseverance of the saints who keep the commandments of God and their faith in Jesus. <a href="/nasb77/revelation/14.htm">NASB 1977 </a> Here is the perseverance of the saints who keep the commandments of God and their faith in Jesus. <a href="/lsb/revelation/14.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Here is the perseverance of the saints who keep the commandments of God and their faith in Jesus. <a href="/amp/revelation/14.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Here is [encouragement for] the steadfast endurance of the saints (God’s people), those who habitually keep God’s commandments and their faith in Jesus. <a href="/csb/revelation/14.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> This calls for endurance from the saints, who keep God’s commands and their faith in Jesus.” <a href="/hcsb/revelation/14.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> This demands the perseverance of the saints, who keep God&#8217s commands and their faith in Jesus.&#8221 <a href="/asv/revelation/14.htm">American Standard Version</a> Here is the patience of the saints, they that keep the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus. <a href="/cev/revelation/14.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> God's people must learn to endure. They must also obey his commands and have faith in Jesus. <a href="/erv/revelation/14.htm">English Revised Version</a> Here is the patience of the saints, they that keep the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus. <a href="/gwt/revelation/14.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> In this situation God's holy people, who obey his commands and keep their faith in Jesus, need endurance. <a href="/gnt/revelation/14.htm">Good News Translation</a> This calls for endurance on the part of God's people, those who obey God's commandments and are faithful to Jesus. <a href="/isv/revelation/14.htm">International Standard Version</a> Here is a call for the endurance of the saints, who keep the commandments of God and hold fast to their faithfulness in Jesus: <a href="/net/revelation/14.htm">NET Bible</a> This requires the steadfast endurance of the saints--those who obey God's commandments and hold to their faith in Jesus. <a href="/nheb/revelation/14.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Here is the patience of the saints, those who keep the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus." <a href="/wbt/revelation/14.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> Here is the patience of the saints: here are they that keep the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus. <a href="/wey/revelation/14.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Here is an opportunity for endurance on the part of God's people, who carefully keep His commandments and the faith of Jesus!"<div class="vheading2">Majority Text Translations</div><a href="/msb/revelation/14.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Here is a call for the perseverance of the saints, who keep the commandments of God and the faith of Jesus. <a href="/web/revelation/14.htm">World English Bible</a> Here is the perseverance of the saints, those who keep the commandments of God and the faith of Jesus.” <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/revelation/14.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> Here is endurance of the holy ones; here [are] those keeping the commands of God, and the faith of Jesus.” <a href="/blb/revelation/14.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Here is the endurance of the saints, those keeping the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus. <a href="/ylt/revelation/14.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> Here is endurance of the saints: here are those keeping the commands of God, and the faith of Jesus.' <a href="/slt/revelation/14.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> Here is the patience of the holy: here they keeping the commands of God, and the faith of Jesus.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/revelation/14.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Here is the patience of the saints, who keep the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus. <a href="/cpdv/revelation/14.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> Here is the patient endurance of the Saints, those who keep the commandments of God and the faith of Jesus. <a href="/nabre/revelation/14.htm">New American Bible</a> Here is what sustains the holy ones who keep God’s commandments and their faith in Jesus. <a href="/nrsvce/revelation/14.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Here is a call for the endurance of the saints, those who keep the commandments of God and hold fast to the faith of Jesus.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/revelation/14.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Here is the patience of the saints: here are they who keep the commandments of God and the faith of Jesus. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/revelation/14.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> Here is the patience of The Holy Ones, those who keep the commands of God and the faith of Yeshua.”<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/revelation/14.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> Here is the patience of the saints, who keep the commandments of God and the faith of Jesus. <a href="/godbey/revelation/14.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> Here is the faith of the saints: who keep the commandments of God and the faith of Jesus. <a href="/haweis/revelation/14.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> Here is the patience of the saints: here are they who keep the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus. <a href="/mace/revelation/14.htm">Mace New Testament</a> here is the patience of the saints, who keep the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus. <a href="/wey/revelation/14.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Here is an opportunity for endurance on the part of God's people, who carefully keep His commandments and the faith of Jesus!" <a href="/worrell/revelation/14.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> Here is the patience of the saints, those who keep the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus. <a href="/worsley/revelation/14.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> Here is the patience of the saints: here are they that keep the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus. <a href="/parallel/revelation/14-12.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/LJfD7KQcx0I?start=2919" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/revelation/14.htm">The Three Angels and Babylon's Fall</a> …11And the smoke of their torment rises forever and ever. Day and night there is no rest for those who worship the beast and its image, or for anyone who receives the mark of its name.” 12<a href="/greek/5602.htm" title="5602: Hōde (Adv) -- From an adverb form of hode; in this same spot, i.e. Here or hither.">Here</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: estin (V-PIA-3S) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">is a call for</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hē (Art-NFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/5281.htm" title="5281: hypomonē (N-NFS) -- Endurance, steadfastness, patient waiting for. From hupomeno; cheerful endurance, constancy.">perseverance</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tōn (Art-GMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">of the</a> <a href="/greek/40.htm" title="40: hagiōn (Adj-GMP) -- Set apart by (or for) God, holy, sacred. From hagos; sacred.">saints</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hoi (Art-NMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">who</a> <a href="/greek/5083.htm" title="5083: tērountes (V-PPA-NMP) -- From teros; to guard, i.e. To note; by implication, to detain; by extension, to withhold; by extension, to withhold.">keep</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tas (Art-AFP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/1785.htm" title="1785: entolas (N-AFP) -- An ordinance, injunction, command, law. From entellomai; injunction, i.e. An authoritative prescription.">commandments</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2316.htm" title="2316: Theou (N-GMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">of God</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tēn (Art-AFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/4102.htm" title="4102: pistin (N-AFS) -- Faith, belief, trust, confidence; fidelity, faithfulness. ">faith</a> <a href="/greek/2424.htm" title="2424: Iēsou (N-GMS) -- Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.">of Jesus.</a> 13And I heard a voice from heaven telling me to write, “Blessed are the dead—those who die in the Lord from this moment on.” “Yes,” says the Spirit, “they will rest from their labors, for their deeds will follow them.”…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/matthew/24-13.htm">Matthew 24:13</a> But the one who perseveres to the end will be saved. <a href="/james/1-12.htm">James 1:12</a> Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him. <a href="/hebrews/10-36.htm">Hebrews 10:36</a> You need to persevere, so that after you have done the will of God, you will receive what He has promised. <a href="/romans/5-3.htm">Romans 5:3-4</a> Not only that, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; / perseverance, character; and character, hope. <a href="/1_john/5-3.htm">1 John 5:3</a> For this is the love of God, that we keep His commandments. And His commandments are not burdensome, <a href="/1_corinthians/13-7.htm">1 Corinthians 13:7</a> It bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. <a href="/galatians/6-9.htm">Galatians 6:9</a> Let us not grow weary in well-doing, for in due time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. <a href="/2_thessalonians/1-4.htm">2 Thessalonians 1:4</a> That is why we boast among God’s churches about your perseverance and faith in the face of all the persecution and affliction you are enduring. <a href="/hebrews/6-12.htm">Hebrews 6:12</a> Then you will not be sluggish, but will imitate those who through faith and patience inherit what has been promised. <a href="/1_peter/1-7.htm">1 Peter 1:7</a> so that the proven character of your faith—more precious than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ. <a href="/2_peter/1-6.htm">2 Peter 1:6</a> and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; <a href="/luke/21-19.htm">Luke 21:19</a> By your patient endurance you will gain your souls. <a href="/romans/8-25.htm">Romans 8:25</a> But if we hope for what we do not yet see, we wait for it patiently. <a href="/colossians/1-11.htm">Colossians 1:11</a> being strengthened with all power according to His glorious might so that you may have full endurance and patience, and joyfully <a href="/1_timothy/6-12.htm">1 Timothy 6:12</a> Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called when you made the good confession before many witnesses.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>Here is the patience of the saints: here are they that keep the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus.is.<a href="/revelation/13-10.htm">Revelation 13:10</a> He that leadeth into captivity shall go into captivity: he that killeth with the sword must be killed with the sword. Here is the patience and the faith of the saints.here are.<a href="/revelation/12-17.htm">Revelation 12:17</a> And the dragon was wroth with the woman, and went to make war with the remnant of her seed, which keep the commandments of God, and have the testimony of Jesus Christ.the faith.<a href="/revelation/3-8.htm">Revelation 3:8,10</a> I know thy works: behold, I have set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it: for thou hast a little strength, and hast kept my word, and hast not denied my name… <a href="/2_timothy/4-7.htm">2 Timothy 4:7</a> I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/revelation/13-10.htm">Calls</a> <a href="/james/1-24.htm">Carefully</a> <a href="/revelation/12-17.htm">Commandments</a> <a href="/revelation/2-26.htm">Commands</a> <a href="/revelation/13-10.htm">Endurance</a> <a href="/revelation/13-10.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/revelation/3-14.htm">Faithful</a> <a href="/revelation/14-10.htm">God's</a> <a href="/revelation/14-4.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/revelation/12-17.htm">Keeping</a> <a href="/revelation/3-3.htm">Obey</a> <a href="/revelation/13-10.htm">Opportunity</a> <a href="/revelation/12-17.htm">Orders</a> <a href="/revelation/13-10.htm">Part</a> <a href="/revelation/13-10.htm">Patience</a> <a href="/revelation/13-10.htm">Patient</a> <a href="/revelation/13-10.htm">Perseverance</a> <a href="/revelation/8-1.htm">Quiet</a> <a href="/revelation/13-10.htm">Saints</a> <a href="/revelation/12-10.htm">Strength</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/revelation/17-9.htm">Calls</a> <a href="/genesis/27-8.htm">Carefully</a> <a href="/revelation/22-14.htm">Commandments</a> <a href="/revelation/22-14.htm">Commands</a> <a href="/luke/21-19.htm">Endurance</a> <a href="/genesis/15-6.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/revelation/17-14.htm">Faithful</a> <a href="/revelation/14-19.htm">God's</a> <a href="/revelation/17-6.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/revelation/16-15.htm">Keeping</a> <a href="/genesis/27-8.htm">Obey</a> <a href="/1_samuel/18-21.htm">Opportunity</a> <a href="/genesis/2-16.htm">Orders</a> <a href="/revelation/18-4.htm">Part</a> <a href="/job/6-11.htm">Patience</a> <a href="/nehemiah/9-30.htm">Patient</a> <a href="/luke/8-15.htm">Perseverance</a> <a href="/genesis/25-27.htm">Quiet</a> <a href="/revelation/15-3.htm">Saints</a> <a href="/revelation/17-13.htm">Strength</a><div class="vheading2">Revelation 14</div>1. <a href="/revelation/14-1.htm">The Lamb standing on Mount Zion with his company.</a> 6. <a href="/revelation/14-6.htm">An angel preaches the gospel.</a> 8. <a href="/revelation/14-8.htm">The fall of Babylon.</a> 15. <a href="/revelation/14-15.htm">The harvest of the world.</a> 20. <a href="/revelation/14-20.htm">The winepress of the wrath of God.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/revelation/14.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/revelation/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/revelation/14.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>Here is a call for the perseverance of the saints This phrase emphasizes the need for endurance among believers, especially during times of tribulation and persecution. The context of Revelation is a period of intense trial, often interpreted as the Great Tribulation. The saints are those set apart by God, and their perseverance is a testament to their faith. This call echoes Jesus' teachings in <a href="/matthew/24-13.htm">Matthew 24:13</a>, where He states, "But the one who stands firm to the end will be saved." The perseverance of the saints is a recurring theme in the New Testament, highlighting the importance of steadfastness in faith.who keep the commandments of God This part underscores the importance of obedience to God's commandments as a mark of true believers. The commandments refer to God's moral and ethical laws, which are rooted in the Old Testament but fulfilled in Christ. Keeping these commandments is a demonstration of love for God, as seen in <a href="/john/14-15.htm">John 14:15</a>, "If you love Me, you will keep My commandments." This obedience is not merely legalistic but is a response to God's grace and a reflection of a transformed life.and the faith of Jesus The phrase "faith of Jesus" can be understood as both faith in Jesus and the faithfulness of Jesus. Believers are called to have faith in Jesus as the Messiah and Savior, trusting in His redemptive work on the cross. Additionally, they are to emulate the faithfulness of Jesus, who perfectly obeyed the Father and fulfilled His mission. This dual aspect of faith is central to Christian doctrine, as seen in <a href="/galatians/2-20.htm">Galatians 2:20</a>, where Paul speaks of living by faith in the Son of God. The faith of Jesus is both the object and the model of Christian faith, encouraging believers to remain faithful amidst trials.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/s/saints.htm">Saints</a> Refers to the believers in Christ who are called to endure and remain faithful amidst trials and tribulations. 2. <a href="/topical/c/commandments_of_god.htm">Commandments of God</a> The divine laws and instructions given by God, which the saints are called to obey. 3. <a href="/topical/f/faith_of_jesus.htm">Faith of Jesus</a> The trust and belief in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, which the saints are to uphold. 4. <a href="/topical/p/perseverance.htm">Perseverance</a> The steadfastness and endurance required of the saints in the face of challenges. 5. <a href="/topical/r/revelation.htm">Revelation</a> The book of prophecy written by the Apostle John, revealing the end times and the ultimate victory of God.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/p/perseverance_in_faith.htm">Perseverance in Faith</a> Believers are called to remain steadfast in their faith, even when faced with trials and tribulations. This perseverance is a testament to their trust in God's promises. <a href="/topical/o/obedience_to_god's_commandments.htm">Obedience to God's Commandments</a> Keeping God's commandments is a demonstration of our love and commitment to Him. It is essential for believers to align their lives with God's will as revealed in Scripture. <a href="/topical/f/faith_of_jesus.htm">Faith of Jesus</a> Our faith should be centered on Jesus Christ, who is the author and perfecter of our faith. Trusting in His finished work on the cross is crucial for our spiritual journey. <a href="/topical/e/endurance_in_trials.htm">Endurance in Trials</a> Trials are a part of the Christian journey, and enduring them with faith and patience is vital. This endurance strengthens our character and deepens our relationship with God. <a href="/topical/e/eternal_perspective.htm">Eternal Perspective</a> Keeping an eternal perspective helps believers to focus on the ultimate victory and reward that awaits those who persevere in faith and obedience.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_revelation_14.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Revelation 14</a> <a href="/q/what_defines_saints'_patience.htm">What defines the patience of the saints?</a> <a href="/q/what_did_jesus_mean_by_'prayer_and_fasting'.htm">What defines the patience of the saints?</a> <a href="/q/bible's_view_on_one-world_government.htm">What does the Bible say about a one-world government?</a> <a href="/q/how_to_survive_the_end_times.htm">What must I know to survive the end times?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/revelation/14.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(12) Here is the patience . . .--Translate, Here is the patience of the saints (not "here are they," but) who keep, &c. In this readiness to wait, to endure through much tribulation to the end, is the patience of the saints seen. There is a patient waiting for Christ shown by those who keep God's commandments, who cleave to righteousness in spite of much temptation, and who refuse to pay homage to the god of this world because firm in the faith that Jesus is King.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/revelation/14.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 12. - Here is the patience of the saints: here are they that keep the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus; here is the patience of the saints, they that keep, etc. The patience of the saints is exhibited in believing in, and waiting for, the due retribution which will overtake the wicked at the last, and in maintaining the conflict against the dragon who goes to war with those "who keep the commandments of God, and have the testimony of Jesus" (<a href="/revelation/12-17.htm">Revelation 12:17</a>), the testimony which is the outcome of faith (see also on Revelation 13:10). <a href="/commentaries/revelation/14-12.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>Here Ὧδε (Hōde) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_5602.htm">Strong's 5602: </a> From an adverb form of hode; in this same spot, i.e. Here or hither. is [a call for] ἐστίν (estin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1510.htm">Strong's 1510: </a> I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. the ἡ (hē) Article - Nominative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. endurance ὑπομονὴ (hypomonē) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5281.htm">Strong's 5281: </a> Endurance, steadfastness, patient waiting for. From hupomeno; cheerful endurance, constancy. of the τῶν (tōn) Article - Genitive Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. saints ἁγίων (hagiōn) Adjective - Genitive Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_40.htm">Strong's 40: </a> Set apart by (or for) God, holy, sacred. From hagos; sacred. who οἱ (hoi) Article - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. keep τηροῦντες (tērountes) Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_5083.htm">Strong's 5083: </a> From teros; to guard, i.e. To note; by implication, to detain; by extension, to withhold; by extension, to withhold. the τὰς (tas) Article - Accusative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. commandments ἐντολὰς (entolas) Noun - Accusative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1785.htm">Strong's 1785: </a> An ordinance, injunction, command, law. From entellomai; injunction, i.e. An authoritative prescription. of God Θεοῦ (Theou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. the τὴν (tēn) Article - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. faith πίστιν (pistin) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4102.htm">Strong's 4102: </a> Faith, belief, trust, confidence; fidelity, faithfulness. of Jesus. Ἰησοῦ (Iēsou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2424.htm">Strong's 2424: </a> Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/revelation/14-12.htm">Revelation 14:12 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/revelation/14-12.htm">Revelation 14:12 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/revelation/14-12.htm">Revelation 14:12 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/revelation/14-12.htm">Revelation 14:12 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/revelation/14-12.htm">Revelation 14:12 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/revelation/14-12.htm">Revelation 14:12 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/revelation/14-12.htm">Revelation 14:12 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/revelation/14-12.htm">Revelation 14:12 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/revelation/14-12.htm">Revelation 14:12 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/revelation/14-12.htm">Revelation 14:12 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/revelation/14-12.htm">NT Prophecy: Revelation 14:12 Here is the patience of the saints (Rev. 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