Then one of the seven angels with the seven bowls came and said to me, "Come, I will show you the punishment of the great prostitute, who sits on many waters. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Revelation 17:1? 2. What does Revelation 17:1 reveal about God's judgment on worldly systems? 3. How can we identify modern "great prostitutes" as described in Revelation 17:1? 4. What Old Testament passages connect with Revelation 17:1's theme of judgment? 5. How should Revelation 17:1 influence our view of worldly temptations today? 6. How can believers prepare for the fulfillment of Revelation 17:1's prophecy? 7. What does Revelation 17:1 reveal about the identity of the "great prostitute"? 8. How does Revelation 17:1 relate to the concept of divine judgment? 9. What historical context is necessary to understand Revelation 17:1? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Revelation 17? 11. Who is the Whore of Babylon in biblical prophecy? 12. What are the Seven Bowls of Revelation? 13. Revelation 17:9 associates seven heads with seven hills; how reliably does this align with ancient Rome, and could it point to another location? 14. In Revelation 17:1-2, the 'great prostitute' is said to corrupt the earth's inhabitants; is there any historical or archaeological evidence linking a specific empire or city to this figure? Discussion Questions 1. How does the imagery of the "great prostitute" challenge us to examine the influences in our own lives and communities?2. In what ways can we discern and resist the "many waters" of worldly influence that seek to draw us away from God? 3. How does the certainty of divine judgment, as depicted in Revelation 17:1, impact our understanding of justice and righteousness? 4. What parallels can we draw between the symbolism in Revelation 17:1 and the warnings against idolatry and unfaithfulness found in the Old Testament? 5. How can the assurance of God's ultimate victory over evil encourage us in our daily walk with Christ?1. What does the prostitute represent in today's context? How do you see the spirit of Babylon in the world today? 2. How can you apply the lessons from the beast's alliance with the kings to the relationships and alliances you form in your own life? 3. Why is the prostitute described as being adorned with gold, precious stones, and pearls? What could this represent? 4. How does the judgment of the prostitute reflect God's justice? How does this imagery resonate with you? 5. What does the description of the beast as one who “once was, now is not, and yet will come” tell us about the deceptive nature of evil? 6. The kings wage war against the Lamb but are defeated. How does this encourage you in the face of adversity? 7. How does the imagery of the prostitute "drunk with the blood of God’s holy people" inspire you to persevere in your faith amidst persecution? 8. In what ways does our society "trade" with the great prostitute, engaging in spiritual infidelity? 9. Why do you think the beast and the ten kings turn against the prostitute? What does this reveal about the nature of worldly alliances? 10. How does the understanding of the prostitute as the "great city" resonate with the modern concept of worldly and secular influences? 11. What are some actions you can take to resist the temptation of spiritual adultery in today's society? 12. How can Revelation 17 help you understand and respond to the current religious and political climate? 13. How does the final revelation of the woman as a city ruling over the kings of the earth affect your understanding of the pervasive influence of Babylon? 14. What does the fate of the prostitute teach you about the temporal nature of worldly pleasures and power? 15. How can the victory of the Lamb over the beast and his allies inspire courage and hope in your personal life? 16. In what ways do you see the spirit of the beast operating in the world today, and how can you counteract its influence? 17. How does God use the beast and the ten kings to fulfill His words and purposes, and what does this say about God's sovereignty? 18. What are some real-life situations where you've witnessed the false allure of the "great prostitute"? 19. How can you help others recognize and resist the temptations represented by the great prostitute? 20. Considering the ultimate victory of the Lamb, how can this influence your daily actions, decisions, and attitudes towards hardships? Links Revelation 17:1 NIVRevelation 17:1 NLT Revelation 17:1 ESV Revelation 17:1 NASB Revelation 17:1 KJV Revelation 17:1 Commentaries Bible Hub |
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