Revelation 17:16 cpdv — And the ten horns that you saw on the beast, these shall hate the woman who fornicates, and they shall make her desolat…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And the ten horns that you saw on the beast, these shall hate the woman who fornicates, and they shall make her desolate and naked, and they shall chew her flesh, and they shall burn her completely with fire. "

— Revelation 17:16, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Revelation 17 — Context

13

These hold to one plan, and they shall hand over their power and authority to the beast.

14

These shall fight against the Lamb, and the Lamb shall conquer them. For he is the Lord of lords and the King of kings. And those who are with him are called, and chosen, and faithful.”

15

And he said to me: “The waters that you saw, where the harlot sits, are peoples and nations and languages.

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And the ten horns that you saw on the beast, these shall hate the woman who fornicates, and they shall make her desolate and naked, and they shall chew her flesh, and they shall burn her completely with fire.

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For God has granted to their hearts that they may do to her whatever is pleasing, so that they may give their kingdom to the beast, until the words of God may be completed.

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And the woman that you saw is the great City, which holds a kingdom above that of the kings of the earth.”

Revelation 17:16 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Revelation 17:16 say?
Revelation 17:16 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And the ten horns that you saw on the beast, these shall hate the woman who fornicates, and they shall make her desolate and naked, and they shall chew her flesh, and they shall burn her completely with fire. ”
Where is Revelation 17:16 in the Bible?
Revelation 17:16 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Revelation, chapter 17, verse 16.
Who wrote Revelation?
Revelation is traditionally attributed to John (traditionally John the Apostle, exiled on Patmos). It was written c. AD 95.
What is the book of Revelation about?
Revelation is the unveiling of Jesus Christ — risen, reigning, returning. Through vivid, symbolic visions it shows the church's suffering, Christ's victory, the judgment of evil, and the new heavens and new earth where God dwells with his people forever. The Bible's grand finale.
What are the major themes of Revelation?
Revelation explores themes including Christ Victorious, Judgment, Worship, Endurance, New Creation. These themes shape the meaning and context of Revelation 17:16.
What translation should I read Revelation 17:16 in?
Revelation 17:16 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Revelation 17:16?
Revelation 17:16 reads (CPDV): “And the ten horns that you saw on the beast, these shall hate the woman who fornicates, and they shall make her desolate and naked, and they shall chew her flesh, and they shall burn her completely with fire. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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