Revelation 2:9 akjv — I know your works, and tribulation, and poverty, (but you are rich) and I know the blasphemy of them which say they are…

American King James Version

"I know your works, and tribulation, and poverty, (but you are rich) and I know the blasphemy of them which say they are Jews, and are not, but are the synagogue of Satan. "

— Revelation 2:9, American King James Version

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Revelation 2 — Context

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But this you have, that you hate the deeds of the Nicolaitanes, which I also hate.

7

He that has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches; To him that overcomes will I give to eat of the tree of life, which is in the middle of the paradise of God.

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And to the angel of the church in Smyrna write; These things says the first and the last, which was dead, and is alive;

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I know your works, and tribulation, and poverty, (but you are rich) and I know the blasphemy of them which say they are Jews, and are not, but are the synagogue of Satan.

10

Fear none of those things which you shall suffer: behold, the devil shall cast some of you into prison, that you may be tried; and you shall have tribulation ten days: be you faithful to death, and I will give you a crown of life.

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He that has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches; He that overcomes shall not be hurt of the second death.

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And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write; These things says he which has the sharp sword with two edges;

Revelation 2:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Revelation 2:9 say?
Revelation 2:9 in the American King James Version reads: “I know your works, and tribulation, and poverty, (but you are rich) and I know the blasphemy of them which say they are Jews, and are not, but are the synagogue of Satan. ”
Where is Revelation 2:9 in the Bible?
Revelation 2:9 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Revelation, chapter 2, verse 9.
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 2:9.
What translation should I read Revelation 2:9 in?
Revelation 2:9 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 2:9?
Revelation 2:9 reads (AKJV): “I know your works, and tribulation, and poverty, (but you are rich) and I know the blasphemy of them which say they are Jews, and are not, but are the synagogue of Satan. ” 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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