Revelation 9:9 web — They had breastplates, like breastplates of iron. The sound of their wings was like the sound of chariots, or of many h…

World English Bible

"They had breastplates, like breastplates of iron. The sound of their wings was like the sound of chariots, or of many horses rushing to war."

— Revelation 9:9, World English Bible

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Revelation 9 — Context

6

In those days people will seek death, and will in no way find it. They will desire to die, and death will flee from them.

7

The shapes of the locusts were like horses prepared for war. On their heads were something like golden crowns, and their faces were like people's faces.

8

They had hair like women's hair, and their teeth were like those of lions.

9

They had breastplates, like breastplates of iron. The sound of their wings was like the sound of chariots, or of many horses rushing to war.

10

They have tails like those of scorpions, and stings. In their tails they have power to harm men for five months.

11

They have over them as king the angel of the abyss. His name in Hebrew is "Abaddon," but in Greek, he has the name "Apollyon."

12

The first woe is past. Behold, there are still two woes coming after this.

Revelation 9:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Revelation 9:9 say?
Revelation 9:9 in the World English Bible reads: “They had breastplates, like breastplates of iron. The sound of their wings was like the sound of chariots, or of many horses rushing to war.”
Where is Revelation 9:9 in the Bible?
Revelation 9:9 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Revelation, chapter 9, 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 9:9.
What translation should I read Revelation 9:9 in?
Revelation 9:9 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 9:9?
Revelation 9:9 reads (WEB): “They had breastplates, like breastplates of iron. The sound of their wings was like the sound of chariots, or of many horses rushing to war.” 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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