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neither was their place found any more in heaven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/revelation/12.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />but they did not prevail, nor was a place found for them in heaven any longer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/revelation/12.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />and they did not prevail, and there was no longer a place found for them in heaven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/revelation/12.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />and they were not strong enough, and there was no longer a place found for them in heaven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/revelation/12.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />and they were not strong enough, and there was no longer a place found for them in heaven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/revelation/12.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />and they were not strong enough, and there was no longer a place found for them in heaven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/revelation/12.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />but they were not strong enough <i>and</i> did not prevail, and there was no longer a place found for them in heaven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/revelation/12.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />but he could not prevail, and there was no place for them in heaven any longer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/revelation/12.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />but he could not prevail, and there was no place for them in heaven any longer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/revelation/12.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />and they prevailed not, neither was their place found any more in heaven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/revelation/12.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />But the dragon lost the battle. It and its angels were forced out of their places in heaven <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/revelation/12.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And they prevailed not, neither was their place found any more in heaven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/revelation/12.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />But it was not strong enough, and there was no longer any place for them in heaven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/revelation/12.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />but the dragon was defeated, and he and his angels were not allowed to stay in heaven any longer. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/revelation/12.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />But it was not strong enough, and there was no longer any place for them in heaven. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/revelation/12.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />But the dragon was not strong enough, and no longer was any place found in heaven for him and his angels.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/revelation/12.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />But the dragon was not strong enough to prevail, so there was no longer any place left in heaven for him and his angels.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/revelation/12.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />They did not prevail, neither was a place found for them any more in heaven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/revelation/12.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And prevailed not; neither was their place found any more in heaven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/revelation/12.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />The Dragon fought and so did his angels; but they were defeated, and there was no longer any room found for them in Heaven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/revelation/12.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />They didn’t prevail. No place was found for them any more in heaven. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/revelation/12.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and they did not prevail, nor was their place found anymore in Heaven;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/revelation/12.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />And he did not have strength, nor was found a place for them any longer in heaven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/revelation/12.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and they did not prevail, nor was their place found any more in the heaven;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/revelation/12.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And were not strong; nor was place more found for them in heaven.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/revelation/12.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And they prevailed not, neither was their place found any more in heaven. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/revelation/12.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />But they did not prevail, and a place for them was no longer found in heaven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/revelation/12.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />but they did not prevail and there was no longer any place for them in heaven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/revelation/12.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />but they were defeated, and there was no longer any place for them in heaven.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/revelation/12.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />But did not prevail; neither was their place found any longer in heaven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/revelation/12.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />And did not prevail, neither was a place found for them in Heaven.<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/revelation/12.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />and prevailed not: nor was their place found any more in heaven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/revelation/12.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br />And the dragon and his angels fought, and they did not prevail; neither was their place found any more in the heaven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/revelation/12.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />and they could not prevail; neither was there any more place found for them in the heaven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/revelation/12.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />they lost their place in heaven:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/revelation/12.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />The Dragon fought and so did his angels; but they were defeated, and there was no longer any room found for them in Heaven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/revelation/12.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br />and they prevailed not, nor was their place found any more in the heaven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/revelation/12.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br />but <i>these</i> prevailed not, neither was their place found <i>any</i> more in heaven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/revelation/12-8.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/LJfD7KQcx0I?start=2428" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/revelation/12.htm">The War in Heaven</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7</span>Then a war broke out in heaven: Michael and his angels fought against the dragon, and the dragon and his angels fought back. <span class="reftext">8</span><span class="highl"><a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">But</a> <a href="/greek/3756.htm" title="3756: ouk (Adv) -- No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not."></a> <a href="/greek/2480.htm" title="2480: ischysen (V-AIA-3S) -- To have strength, be strong, be in full health and vigor, be able; meton: I prevail. From ischus; to have force.">the dragon was not strong enough,</a> <a href="/greek/3761.htm" title="3761: oude (Conj) -- Neither, nor, not even, and not. From ou and de; not however, i.e. Neither, nor, not even.">and no longer</a> <a href="/greek/2089.htm" title="2089: eti (Adv) -- (a) of time: still, yet, even now, (b) of degree: even, further, more, in addition. Perhaps akin to etos; yet, still."></a> <a href="/greek/5117.htm" title="5117: topos (N-NMS) -- Apparently a primary word; a spot, i.e. Location; figuratively, condition, opportunity; specially, a scabbard.">was any place</a> <a href="/greek/2147.htm" title="2147: heurethē (V-AIP-3S) -- A prolonged form of a primary heuro, which heureo is used for it in all the tenses except the present and imperfect to find.">found</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">in</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tō (Art-DMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3772.htm" title="3772: ouranō (N-DMS) -- Perhaps from the same as oros; the sky; by extension, heaven; by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the Gospel.">heaven</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autōn (PPro-GM3P) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">for him and his angels.</a> </span> <span class="reftext">9</span>And the great dragon was hurled down—that ancient serpent called the devil and Satan, the deceiver of the whole world. He was hurled to the earth, and his angels with him.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/10-13.htm">Daniel 10:13</a></span><br />However, the prince of the kingdom of Persia opposed me for twenty-one days. Then Michael, one of the chief princes, came to help me, for I had been left there with the kings of Persia.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/10-21.htm">Daniel 10:21</a></span><br />But first I will tell you what is inscribed in the Book of Truth. Yet no one has the courage to support me against these, except Michael your prince.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/12-1.htm">Daniel 12:1</a></span><br />“At that time Michael, the great prince who stands watch over your people, will rise up. There will be a time of distress, the likes of which will not have occurred from the beginning of nations until that time. But at that time your people—everyone whose name is found written in the book—will be delivered.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/14-12.htm">Isaiah 14:12-15</a></span><br />How you have fallen from heaven, O day star, son of the dawn! You have been cut down to the ground, O destroyer of nations. / You said in your heart: “I will ascend to the heavens; I will raise my throne above the stars of God. I will sit on the mount of assembly, in the far reaches of the north. / I will ascend above the tops of the clouds; I will make myself like the Most High.” ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/28-12.htm">Ezekiel 28:12-17</a></span><br />“Son of man, take up a lament for the king of Tyre and tell him that this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘You were the seal of perfection, full of wisdom and perfect in beauty. / You were in Eden, the garden of God. Every kind of precious stone adorned you: ruby, topaz, and diamond, beryl, onyx, and jasper, sapphire, turquoise, and emerald. Your mountings and settings were crafted in gold, prepared on the day of your creation. / You were anointed as a guardian cherub, for I had ordained you. You were on the holy mountain of God; you walked among the fiery stones. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/3-15.htm">Genesis 3:15</a></span><br />And I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your seed and her seed. He will crush your head, and you will strike his heel.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/1-6.htm">Job 1:6-12</a></span><br />One day the sons of God came to present themselves before the LORD, and Satan also came with them. / “Where have you come from?” said the LORD to Satan. “From roaming through the earth,” he replied, “and walking back and forth in it.” / Then the LORD said to Satan, “Have you considered My servant Job? For there is no one on earth like him, a man who is blameless and upright, who fears God and shuns evil.” ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/2-1.htm">Job 2:1-7</a></span><br />On another day the sons of God came to present themselves before the LORD, and Satan also came with them to present himself before Him. / “Where have you come from?” said the LORD to Satan. “From roaming through the earth,” he replied, “and walking back and forth in it.” / Then the LORD said to Satan, “Have you considered My servant Job? For there is no one on earth like him, a man who is blameless and upright, who fears God and shuns evil. He still retains his integrity, even though you incited Me against him to ruin him without cause.” ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/zechariah/3-1.htm">Zechariah 3:1-2</a></span><br />Then the angel showed me Joshua the high priest standing before the angel of the LORD, with Satan standing at his right hand to accuse him. / And the LORD said to Satan: “The LORD rebukes you, Satan! Indeed, the LORD, who has chosen Jerusalem, rebukes you! Is not this man a firebrand snatched from the fire?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/10-18.htm">Luke 10:18</a></span><br />So He told them, “I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/12-31.htm">John 12:31</a></span><br />Now judgment is upon this world; now the prince of this world will be cast out.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/16-11.htm">John 16:11</a></span><br />and in regard to judgment, because the prince of this world has been condemned.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/6-12.htm">Ephesians 6:12</a></span><br />For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this world’s darkness, and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/2-15.htm">Colossians 2:15</a></span><br />And having disarmed the powers and authorities, He made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them by the cross.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_peter/2-4.htm">2 Peter 2:4</a></span><br />For if God did not spare the angels when they sinned, but cast them deep into hell, placing them in chains of darkness to be held for judgment;</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And prevailed not; neither was their place found any more in heaven.</p><p class="hdg">prevailed not.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/revelation/12-11.htm">Revelation 12:11</a></b></br> And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives unto the death.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/13-4.htm">Psalm 13:4</a></b></br> Lest mine enemy say, I have prevailed against him; <i>and</i> those that trouble me rejoice when I am moved.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/118-10.htm">Psalm 118:10-13</a></b></br> All nations compassed me about: but in the name of the LORD will I destroy them… </p><p class="hdg">their.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/7-10.htm">Job 7:10</a></b></br> He shall return no more to his house, neither shall his place know him any more.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/8-18.htm">Job 8:18</a></b></br> If he destroy him from his place, then <i>it</i> shall deny him, <i>saying</i>, I have not seen thee.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/20-9.htm">Job 20:9</a></b></br> The eye also <i>which</i> saw him shall <i>see him</i> no more; neither shall his place any more behold him.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/revelation/12-7.htm">Angels</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/6-7.htm">Defeated</a> <a href="/revelation/12-7.htm">Dragon</a> <a href="/2_peter/2-14.htm">Enough</a> <a href="/revelation/12-7.htm">Fought</a> <a href="/revelation/10-10.htm">Found</a> <a href="/revelation/12-7.htm">Heaven</a> <a href="/revelation/10-6.htm">Longer</a> <a href="/revelation/11-7.htm">Overcome</a> <a href="/james/1-21.htm">Prevail</a> <a href="/revelation/5-5.htm">Prevailed</a> <a href="/1_john/4-18.htm">Room</a> <a href="/revelation/10-1.htm">Strong</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/revelation/12-9.htm">Angels</a> <a href="/genesis/14-5.htm">Defeated</a> <a href="/revelation/12-9.htm">Dragon</a> <a href="/genesis/13-6.htm">Enough</a> <a href="/genesis/32-28.htm">Fought</a> <a href="/revelation/13-8.htm">Found</a> <a href="/revelation/12-10.htm">Heaven</a> <a href="/revelation/16-20.htm">Longer</a> <a href="/revelation/12-11.htm">Overcome</a> <a href="/genesis/7-20.htm">Prevail</a> <a href="/genesis/7-18.htm">Prevailed</a> <a href="/genesis/13-6.htm">Room</a> <a href="/revelation/18-2.htm">Strong</a><div class="vheading2">Revelation 12</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/revelation/12-1.htm">A woman clothed with the sun travails.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/revelation/12-4.htm">The great red dragon stands before her, ready to devour her child;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/revelation/12-6.htm">when she is delivered she flees into the desert.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/revelation/12-7.htm">Michael and his angels fight with the dragon, and prevail.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">13. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/revelation/12-13.htm">The dragon, being cast down into the earth, persecutes the woman.</a></span><br></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'; 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The imagery of the dragon is symbolic of chaos and opposition to God. The dragon's lack of strength signifies the ultimate defeat of evil forces against divine power. This echoes the theme of spiritual warfare found throughout the Bible, such as in <a href="/ephesians/6-12.htm">Ephesians 6:12</a>, where believers are reminded that their struggle is not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces of evil. The dragon's defeat is a fulfillment of the prophecy in <a href="/genesis/3-15.htm">Genesis 3:15</a>, where the serpent's head is crushed by the seed of the woman, symbolizing Christ's victory over Satan.<p><b>and no longer was any place found in heaven for him</b><br>This indicates the expulsion of Satan from heaven, a significant event in the cosmic battle between good and evil. The idea of being cast out of heaven is reminiscent of <a href="/isaiah/14-12.htm">Isaiah 14:12-15</a> and <a href="/ezekiel/28-12.htm">Ezekiel 28:12-17</a>, which describe the fall of Lucifer. Theologically, this expulsion represents the cleansing of heaven from sin and rebellion, aligning with the holiness and justice of God. It also signifies a shift in the spiritual realm, where Satan's access to accuse believers before God, as seen in <a href="/job/1-6.htm">Job 1:6-12</a>, is revoked.<p><b>and his angels</b><br>The mention of "his angels" refers to the fallen angels who followed Satan in his rebellion against God. These beings are often identified as demons in the New Testament, as seen in passages like <a href="/matthew/25-41.htm">Matthew 25:41</a>, where eternal fire is prepared for the devil and his angels. The expulsion of these angels from heaven underscores the complete defeat of the rebellious forces. This event is part of the broader narrative of God's redemptive plan, where Christ's victory ensures the ultimate restoration of creation, free from the presence of evil.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_dragon.htm">The Dragon</a></b><br>Symbolic of Satan, the adversary of God and His people. The dragon is depicted as a powerful and malevolent force opposing God's purposes.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/m/michael_and_his_angels.htm">Michael and His Angels</a></b><br>Michael is an archangel, often seen as a warrior angel who leads the heavenly host in battle against the forces of evil. His name means "Who is like God?" in Hebrew, emphasizing his role as a defender of God's sovereignty.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/h/heaven.htm">Heaven</a></b><br>The spiritual realm where God resides, and where the battle between good and evil takes place. In this context, it represents the domain of divine authority and purity.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_war_in_heaven.htm">The War in Heaven</a></b><br>A cosmic battle between the forces of good, led by Michael, and the forces of evil, led by the dragon. This event signifies the ultimate defeat of evil in the heavenly realm.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_defeat_of_the_dragon.htm">The Defeat of the Dragon</a></b><br>The dragon's failure to prevail signifies the triumph of God's power and the establishment of His kingdom. The dragon's expulsion from heaven marks a pivotal moment in the spiritual conflict.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_reality_of_spiritual_warfare.htm">The Reality of Spiritual Warfare</a></b><br>Believers must recognize that spiritual warfare is a real and ongoing battle. Understanding the nature of this conflict helps Christians remain vigilant and prayerful.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_assurance_of_victory.htm">The Assurance of Victory</a></b><br>The defeat of the dragon assures believers of God's ultimate victory over evil. This encourages Christians to stand firm in their faith, knowing that God is in control.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_angels.htm">The Role of Angels</a></b><br>Angels, like Michael, play a significant role in God's plan, serving as protectors and warriors. This reminds believers of the unseen support they have in their spiritual journey.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_spiritual_readiness.htm">The Importance of Spiritual Readiness</a></b><br>Just as Michael and his angels were prepared for battle, Christians must be spiritually ready, equipped with the armor of God, to face challenges and temptations.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_consequences_of_rebellion.htm">The Consequences of Rebellion</a></b><br>The dragon's expulsion from heaven serves as a warning against rebellion and pride. Believers are called to humility and submission to God's will.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_revelation_12.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Revelation 12</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_redshift_mean.htm">What actions do angels perform?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_taking_a_life_justified.htm">What does the Bible say about Lucifer's fall?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/can_angels_die_or_be_harmed.htm">Are angels capable of dying or being harmed?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_is_there_war_in_peaceful_heaven.htm">How can there be a war in heaven (Revelation 12:7) if other biblical texts suggest heaven is a place of perfect peace?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/revelation/12.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(8) <span class= "bld">And prevailed not . . .</span>--Better, <span class= "ital">And their power failed them, and not even was place for them found any more in the heaven.</span> The result of the war was the dragon's defeat. The whole power of the evil hosts failed them. There is an inherent weakness in evil: a spot which may be touched whereupon all its vaunted strength withers. So complete was the overthrow, that even their place knew them no more. "I went by, and, lo! he was gone; I sought him, but he could nowhere be found."<p><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/revelation/12-8.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div><span class="word">[But]</span><br /><span class="grk">καὶ</span> <span class="translit">(kai)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> </span><span class="str2">And, even, also, namely. </span><br /><br /><span class="word">[the dragon] was not strong enough,</span><br /><span class="grk">ἴσχυσεν</span> <span class="translit">(ischysen)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2480.htm">Strong's 2480: </a> </span><span class="str2">To have strength, be strong, be in full health and vigor, be able; meton: I prevail. From ischus; to have force.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[and] no longer</span><br /><span class="grk">οὐδὲ</span> <span class="translit">(oude)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3761.htm">Strong's 3761: </a> </span><span class="str2">Neither, nor, not even, and not. From ou and de; not however, i.e. Neither, nor, not even.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[was] any place</span><br /><span class="grk">τόπος</span> <span class="translit">(topos)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_5117.htm">Strong's 5117: </a> </span><span class="str2">Apparently a primary word; a spot, i.e. Location; figuratively, condition, opportunity; specially, a scabbard.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">found</span><br /><span class="grk">εὑρέθη</span> <span class="translit">(heurethē)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2147.htm">Strong's 2147: </a> </span><span class="str2">A prolonged form of a primary heuro, which heureo is used for it in all the tenses except the present and imperfect to find.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in</span><br /><span class="grk">ἐν</span> <span class="translit">(en)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> </span><span class="str2">In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">heaven</span><br /><span class="grk">οὐρανῷ</span> <span class="translit">(ouranō)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Dative Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3772.htm">Strong's 3772: </a> </span><span class="str2">Perhaps from the same as oros; the sky; by extension, heaven; by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the Gospel.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for [him and his angels].</span><br /><span class="grk">αὐτῶν</span> <span class="translit">(autōn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> </span><span class="str2">He, she, it, they, them, same. 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