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In Revelation 17, the apostle John records a vision he had received from “one of the seven angels who had the seven bowls.” Here, the elderly apostle is shown the state of the world in the last days, specifically the reigning power and false religion that governs the unredeemed before Christ’s promised return.
Like many visions recorded in the book of Revelation, chapter 17 contains several names and images that have puzzled readers for centuries. One name in particular, the whore of Babylon, is well worth discussing.
What Does the Bible Tell Us about the Whore of Babylon?
In John’s vision, the angel says, “come here, I will show you the judgment of the great prostitute who sits on many waters” (Revelation 17:1, emphasis added). In other translations, this “great prostitute” is referred to as “the great whore” (KJV) or even “the notorious prostitute” (CSB).
When John sees her, he notices that “and on her forehead a name was written, a mystery: ‘BABYLON THE GREAT, THE MOTHER OF PROSTITUTES AND OF THE ABOMINATIONS OF THE EARTH” …when I saw her, I wondered greatly.” (Revelation 17:5-6).
But who is this whore, what does she represent, and what role will she play in the last days?
The good news is that for those scratching their heads after reading this passage, John confesses that he was just as bewildered by what he saw (John 17:6).
There are many things about the last days, including the exact nature of the whore of Babylon, that have yet to be revealed. That much is clear from Scripture (Revelation 17:5)
Regarding His own return, Jesus told His followers, “about that day and hour no one knows, not even the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but the Father alone” (Matthew 24:26).
However, how things will play out in the end is not entirely unknowable. There are many things God has not only revealed but expects His followers to be prepared for. Jesus Himself taught Christians to “be alert” and “ready” at all times as they eagerly await His return (Matthew 24:42-44).
Chris…