Revelation 8:9 web — and one third of the living creatures which were in the sea died. One third of the ships were destroyed.

World English Bible

"and one third of the living creatures which were in the sea died. One third of the ships were destroyed."

— Revelation 8:9, World English Bible

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Revelation 8 — Context

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The seven angels who had the seven trumpets prepared themselves to sound.

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The first sounded, and there followed hail and fire, mixed with blood, and they were thrown to the earth. One third of the earth was burnt up, and one third of the trees were burnt up, and all green grass was burnt up.

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The second angel sounded, and something like a great burning mountain was thrown into the sea. One third of the sea became blood,

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and one third of the living creatures which were in the sea died. One third of the ships were destroyed.

10

The third angel sounded, and a great star fell from the sky, burning like a torch, and it fell on one third of the rivers, and on the springs of the waters.

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The name of the star is called "Wormwood." One third of the waters became wormwood. Many people died from the waters, because they were made bitter.

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The fourth angel sounded, and one third of the sun was struck, and one third of the moon, and one third of the stars; so that one third of them would be darkened, and the day wouldn't shine for one third of it, and the night in the same way.

Revelation 8:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Revelation 8:9 say?
Revelation 8:9 in the World English Bible reads: “and one third of the living creatures which were in the sea died. One third of the ships were destroyed.”
Where is Revelation 8:9 in the Bible?
Revelation 8:9 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Revelation, chapter 8, 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 8:9.
What translation should I read Revelation 8:9 in?
Revelation 8:9 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 8:9?
Revelation 8:9 reads (WEB): “and one third of the living creatures which were in the sea died. One third of the ships were destroyed.” 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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