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their power and authority to the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/revelation/17.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />These kings have one purpose: to yield their power and authority to the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/revelation/17.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />These have one mind, and they shall give up their power and authority to the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/revelation/17.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />These have one mind, and shall give their power and strength unto the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/revelation/17.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />These are of one mind, and they will give their power and authority to the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/revelation/17.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />These have one purpose, and they give their power and authority to the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/revelation/17.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220These have one purpose, and they give their power and authority to the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/revelation/17.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“These have one purpose and they give their power and authority to the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/revelation/17.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />These have one purpose, and they give their power and authority to the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/revelation/17.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />These [kings] have one purpose [one mind, one common goal], and they give their power and authority to the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/revelation/17.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />These have one purpose, and they give their power and authority to the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/revelation/17.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />These have one purpose, and they give their power and authority to the beast. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/revelation/17.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />These have one mind, and they give their power and authority unto the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/revelation/17.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />They all think alike and will give their power and authority to the beast. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/revelation/17.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />These have one mind, and they give their power and authority unto the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/revelation/17.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />They have one purpose-to give their power and authority to the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/revelation/17.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />These ten all have the same purpose, and they give their power and authority to the beast. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/revelation/17.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />They have one purpose: to give their power and authority to the beast. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/revelation/17.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />These kings have a single intent, and they will give their power and authority to the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/revelation/17.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />These have one mind, and they give their power and authority to the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/revelation/17.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />These have one mind, and shall give their power and strength to the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/revelation/17.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />They have one common policy, and they are to give their power and authority to the Wild Beast.<div class="vheading2"><b>Majority Text Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/revelation/17.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />These kings have one purpose: to yield their power and authority to the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/revelation/17.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />These have one mind, and they give their power and authority to the beast. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/revelation/17.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />these have one mind, and they will give over their own power and authority to the beast;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/revelation/17.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />These have one mind, and they shall give up their power and authority to the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/revelation/17.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> these have one mind, and their own power and authority to the beast they shall give over;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/revelation/17.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />These have one purpose, and their power and authority will they transmit to the wild beast.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/revelation/17.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />These have one design: and their strength and power they shall deliver to the beast. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/revelation/17.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />These hold to one plan, and they shall hand over their power and authority to the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/revelation/17.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />They are of one mind and will give their power and authority to the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/revelation/17.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />These are united in yielding their power and authority to the beast;<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/revelation/17.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />These are in one accord, and they shall give their strength and authority to the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/revelation/17.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />“These have one will, and their power and authority they give to The Beast.”<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/revelation/17.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />These have one mind, and will give their power and authority to the beast.<CM><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/revelation/17.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br />These have one mind, and they give their power and authority to the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/revelation/17.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />They hold one sentiment, and will give their own power and authority to the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/revelation/17.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />they all agree in this, to give their power and strength to the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/revelation/17.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />They have one common policy, and they are to give their power and authority to the Wild Beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/revelation/17.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br />These have one mind, and they give their power and authority to the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/revelation/17.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br />These are of one mind, and will give their power and authority to the beast.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/revelation/17-13.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=3527" 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/17.htm">The Mystery Explained</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">12</span>The ten horns you saw are ten kings who have not yet received a kingdom, but will receive one hour of authority as kings, along with the beast. <span class="reftext">13</span><span class="highl"><a href="/greek/3778.htm" title="3778: houtoi (DPro-NMP) -- This; he, she, it. ">These kings</a> <a href="/greek/2192.htm" title="2192: echousin (V-PIA-3P) -- To have, hold, possess. Including an alternate form scheo skheh'-o; a primary verb; to hold.">have</a> <a href="/greek/1520.htm" title="1520: mian (Adj-AFS) -- One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one.">one</a> <a href="/greek/1106.htm" title="1106: gnōmēn (N-AFS) -- Opinion, counsel, judgment, intention, decree. From ginosko; cognition, i.e. opinion, or resolve.">purpose:</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/1325.htm" title="1325: didoasin (V-PIA-3P) -- To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give.">to yield</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.">their</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."></a> <a href="/greek/1411.htm" title="1411: dynamin (N-AFS) -- From dunamai; force; specially, miraculous power.">power</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/1849.htm" title="1849: exousian (N-AFS) -- From exesti; privilege, i.e. force, capacity, competency, freedom, or mastery, delegated influence.">authority</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tō (Art-DNS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">to the</a> <a href="/greek/2342.htm" title="2342: thēriō (N-DNS) -- Properly: a wild beast, hence: any animal; met: a brute. Diminutive from the same as thera; a dangerous animal.">beast.</a> </span> <span class="reftext">14</span>They will make war against the Lamb, and the Lamb will triumph over them, because He is Lord of lords and King of kings; and He will be accompanied by His called and chosen and faithful ones.”…<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/7-23.htm">Daniel 7:23-24</a></span><br />This is what he said: ‘The fourth beast is a fourth kingdom that will appear on the earth, different from all the other kingdoms, and it will devour the whole earth, trample it down, and crush it. / And the ten horns are ten kings who will rise from this kingdom. After them another king, different from the earlier ones, will rise and subdue three kings.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/13-1.htm">Revelation 13:1-2</a></span><br />Then I saw a beast with ten horns and seven heads rising out of the sea. There were ten royal crowns on its horns and blasphemous names on its heads. / The beast I saw was like a leopard, with the feet of a bear and the mouth of a lion. And the dragon gave the beast his power and his throne and great authority.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/13-7.htm">Revelation 13:7</a></span><br />Then the beast was permitted to wage war against the saints and to conquer them, and it was given authority over every tribe and people and tongue and nation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/19-19.htm">Revelation 19:19</a></span><br />Then I saw the beast and the kings of the earth with their armies assembled to wage war against the One seated on the horse, and against His army.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/16-14.htm">Revelation 16:14</a></span><br />These are demonic spirits that perform signs and go out to all the kings of the earth, to assemble them for battle on the great day of God the Almighty.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/2-41.htm">Daniel 2:41-43</a></span><br />And just as you saw that the feet and toes were made partly of fired clay and partly of iron, so this will be a divided kingdom, yet some of the strength of iron will be in it—just as you saw the iron mixed with clay. / And as the toes of the feet were partly iron and partly clay, so this kingdom will be partly strong and partly brittle. / As you saw the iron mixed with clay, so the peoples will mix with one another but will not hold together any more than iron mixes with clay.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/2-1.htm">Psalm 2:1-3</a></span><br />Why do the nations rage and the peoples plot in vain? / The kings of the earth take their stand and the rulers gather together, against the LORD and against His Anointed One: / “Let us break Their chains and cast away Their cords.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/11-7.htm">Revelation 11:7</a></span><br />When the two witnesses have finished their testimony, the beast that comes up from the Abyss will wage war with them, and will overpower and kill them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/12-3.htm">Revelation 12:3</a></span><br />Then another sign appeared in heaven: a huge red dragon with seven heads, ten horns, and seven royal crowns on his heads.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/13-17.htm">Revelation 13:17</a></span><br />so that no one could buy or sell unless he had the mark—the name of the beast or the number of its name.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/17-17.htm">Revelation 17:17</a></span><br />For God has put it into their hearts to carry out His purpose by uniting to give their kingdom to the beast, until the words of God are fulfilled.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/11-36.htm">Daniel 11:36-39</a></span><br />Then the king will do as he pleases and will exalt and magnify himself above every god, and he will speak monstrous things against the God of gods. He will be successful until the time of wrath is completed, for what has been decreed must be accomplished. / He will show no regard for the gods of his fathers, nor for the one desired by women, nor for any other god, because he will magnify himself above them all. / And in their place, he will honor a god of fortresses—a god his fathers did not know—with gold, silver, precious stones, and riches. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_thessalonians/2-3.htm">2 Thessalonians 2:3-4</a></span><br />Let no one deceive you in any way, for it will not come until the rebellion occurs and the man of lawlessness—the son of destruction—is revealed. / He will oppose and exalt himself above every so-called god or object of worship. So he will seat himself in the temple of God, proclaiming himself to be God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/6-15.htm">Revelation 6:15-17</a></span><br />Then the kings of the earth, the nobles, the commanders, the rich, the mighty, and every slave and free man hid in the caves and among the rocks of the mountains. / And they said to the mountains and the rocks, “Fall on us and hide us from the face of the One seated on the throne, and from the wrath of the Lamb. / For the great day of Their wrath has come, and who is able to withstand it?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/17-12.htm">Revelation 17:12</a></span><br />The ten horns you saw are ten kings who have not yet received a kingdom, but will receive one hour of authority as kings along with the beast.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">These have one mind, and shall give their power and strength to the beast.</p><p class="hdg">one.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/philippians/1-27.htm">Philippians 1:27</a></b></br> Only let your conversation be as it becometh the gospel of Christ: that whether I come and see you, or else be absent, I may hear of your affairs, that ye stand fast in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel;</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/philippians/2-2.htm">Philippians 2:2</a></b></br> Fulfil ye my joy, that ye be likeminded, having the same love, <i>being</i> of one accord, of one mind.</p><p class="hdg">shall.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/revelation/17-17.htm">Revelation 17:17</a></b></br> For God hath put in their hearts to fulfil his will, and to agree, and give their kingdom unto the beast, until the words of God shall be fulfilled.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/10-5.htm">Isaiah 10:5-7</a></b></br> O Assyrian, the rod of mine anger, and the staff in their hand is mine indignation… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/ezekiel/38-10.htm">Ezekiel 38:10</a></b></br> Thus saith the Lord GOD; It shall also come to pass, <i>that</i> at the same time shall things come into thy mind, and thou shalt think an evil thought:</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/revelation/17-12.htm">Authority</a> <a href="/revelation/17-12.htm">Beast</a> <a href="/jude/1-3.htm">Common</a> <a href="/revelation/17-9.htm">Mind</a> <a href="/acts/7-19.htm">Policy</a> <a href="/revelation/17-12.htm">Power</a> <a href="/jude/1-5.htm">Purpose</a> <a href="/revelation/14-12.htm">Strength</a> <a href="/revelation/17-12.htm">Wild</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/revelation/18-1.htm">Authority</a> <a href="/revelation/17-16.htm">Beast</a> <a href="/revelation/17-17.htm">Common</a> <a href="/revelation/17-17.htm">Mind</a> <a href="/daniel/8-25.htm">Policy</a> <a href="/revelation/17-17.htm">Power</a> <a href="/revelation/17-17.htm">Purpose</a> <a href="/revelation/18-21.htm">Strength</a> <a href="/revelation/17-16.htm">Wild</a><div class="vheading2">Revelation 17</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/revelation/17-1.htm">A woman arrayed in purple and scarlet, with a golden cup in her hand sits upon the beast;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/revelation/17-5.htm">which is great Babylon, the mother of all abominations.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">9. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/revelation/17-9.htm">The interpretation of the seven heads;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">12. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/revelation/17-12.htm">and the ten horns.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">14. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/revelation/17-14.htm">The victory of the Lamb.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">16. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/revelation/17-16.htm">The punishment of the harlot.</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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In the context of Revelation, these kings symbolize rulers or leaders who align themselves with the beast, representing a coalition of power against God. The singular "one purpose" indicates a unified agenda, suggesting a concerted effort to oppose God's kingdom. This unity among the kings can be seen as a reflection of the end-times rebellion against divine authority, echoing the Tower of Babel's unified defiance (<a href="/genesis/11.htm">Genesis 11:1-9</a>).<p><b>to yield their power and authority:</b><br>The act of yielding power and authority signifies a voluntary submission or transfer of control. In the biblical context, this reflects a significant decision by these rulers to align with the beast, representing a satanic or anti-Christ figure. This transfer of power is reminiscent of the way earthly kingdoms often submit to greater powers for strategic alliances, as seen in historical empires. Theologically, it underscores the theme of human authority being misused in opposition to God's sovereign rule, as seen in the temptation of Christ where Satan offers Him the kingdoms of the world (<a href="/matthew/4-8.htm">Matthew 4:8-9</a>).<p><b>to the beast:</b><br>The "beast" is a central figure in Revelation, often interpreted as a representation of the Antichrist or a system of government opposed to God. This imagery draws from Daniel's visions of beasts representing empires (Daniel 7). The beast's role in Revelation is to lead a final rebellion against God, gathering earthly powers to wage war against the Lamb (<a href="/revelation/17-14.htm">Revelation 17:14</a>). Theologically, the beast serves as a counterfeit to Christ, offering a false sense of security and power, ultimately leading to destruction. This aligns with the broader biblical narrative of the conflict between God's kingdom and the forces of evil, culminating in the ultimate victory of Christ.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_kings.htm">The Kings</a></b><br>These are ten kings who have not yet received a kingdom but will receive authority as kings for one hour with the beast. They symbolize earthly rulers who align themselves with the beast.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_beast.htm">The Beast</a></b><br>Represents a powerful, anti-God entity or system, often interpreted as a political or religious power opposing Christ and His followers.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_purpose.htm">The Purpose</a></b><br>The unified purpose of these kings is to give their power and authority to the beast, signifying a collective rebellion against God.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/u/unity_in_rebellion.htm">Unity in Rebellion</a></b><br>The kings' unified purpose to support the beast illustrates how worldly powers often unite in opposition to God's kingdom. Believers should be aware of the spiritual forces at work in the world.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/temporary_authority.htm">Temporary Authority</a></b><br>The kings' authority is temporary ("one hour"), reminding us that earthly power is fleeting compared to God's eternal kingdom.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/discernment_and_allegiance.htm">Discernment and Allegiance</a></b><br>Christians are called to discern where their allegiance lies, ensuring it is with Christ rather than worldly systems that oppose Him.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/spiritual_warfare.htm">Spiritual Warfare</a></b><br>This passage highlights the reality of spiritual warfare, encouraging believers to remain vigilant and steadfast in their faith.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/hope_in_god's_sovereignty.htm">Hope in God's Sovereignty</a></b><br>Despite the apparent power of the beast and the kings, God's ultimate sovereignty assures us of His victory and the futility of opposing Him.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_revelation_17.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Revelation 17</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'seated_in_heaven'_mean.htm">What are the ten horns of the beast?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_was_pelagius.htm">What riddles are found in the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_skeptics_explain_rev_17_12-14.htm">Revelation 17:12-14 describes ten kings who rule briefly before opposing the Lamb; how can skeptics reconcile this passage with a lack of evidence for such a short-term alliance?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_act_without_grumbling.htm">Is the EU a modern version of the Roman Empire?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/revelation/17-13.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">These [kings]</span><br /><span class="grk">οὗτοι</span> <span class="translit">(houtoi)</span><br /><span class="parse">Demonstrative Pronoun - Nominative Masculine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3778.htm">Strong's 3778: </a> </span><span class="str2">This; he, she, it. </span><br /><br /><span class="word">have</span><br /><span class="grk">ἔχουσιν</span> <span class="translit">(echousin)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2192.htm">Strong's 2192: </a> </span><span class="str2">To have, hold, possess. Including an alternate form scheo skheh'-o; a primary verb; to hold.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">one</span><br /><span class="grk">μίαν</span> <span class="translit">(mian)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - Accusative Feminine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1520.htm">Strong's 1520: </a> </span><span class="str2">One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">purpose:</span><br /><span class="grk">γνώμην</span> <span class="translit">(gnōmēn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1106.htm">Strong's 1106: </a> </span><span class="str2">Opinion, counsel, judgment, intention, decree. From ginosko; cognition, i.e. opinion, or resolve.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to yield</span><br /><span class="grk">διδόασιν</span> <span class="translit">(didoasin)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1325.htm">Strong's 1325: </a> </span><span class="str2">To offer, give; I put, place. A prolonged form of a primary verb; to give.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">their</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. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">power</span><br /><span class="grk">δύναμιν</span> <span class="translit">(dynamin)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1411.htm">Strong's 1411: </a> </span><span class="str2">From dunamai; force; specially, miraculous power.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and</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">authority</span><br /><span class="grk">ἐξουσίαν</span> <span class="translit">(exousian)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1849.htm">Strong's 1849: </a> </span><span class="str2">From exesti; privilege, i.e. force, capacity, competency, freedom, or mastery, delegated influence.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to the</span><br /><span class="grk">τῷ</span> <span class="translit">(tō)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article - Dative Neuter Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">beast.</span><br /><span class="grk">θηρίῳ</span> <span class="translit">(thēriō)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Dative Neuter Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2342.htm">Strong's 2342: </a> </span><span class="str2">Properly: a wild beast, hence: any animal; met: a brute. Diminutive from the same as thera; a dangerous animal.</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/revelation/17-13.htm">Revelation 17:13 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/revelation/17-13.htm">Revelation 17:13 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/revelation/17-13.htm">Revelation 17:13 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/revelation/17-13.htm">Revelation 17:13 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/revelation/17-13.htm">Revelation 17:13 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/revelation/17-13.htm">Revelation 17:13 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/revelation/17-13.htm">Revelation 17:13 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/revelation/17-13.htm">Revelation 17:13 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/revelation/17-13.htm">Revelation 17:13 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/revelation/17-13.htm">Revelation 17:13 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/revelation/17-13.htm">NT Prophecy: Revelation 17:13 These have one mind and they give (Rev. 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