Revelation 16:16
Revelation 16:16 in Multiple Translations
And they assembled the kings in the place that in Hebrew is called Armageddon.
And he gathered them together into a place called in the Hebrew tongue Armageddon.
And they gathered them together into the place which is called in Hebrew Har-Magedon.
And they got them together into the place which is named in Hebrew Armageddon.
The evil spirits gathered the kings for battle at a place called Armageddon in Hebrew.
And they gathered them together into a place called in Hebrewe Arma-gedon.
and they did bring them together to the place that is called in Hebrew Armageddon.
He gathered them together into the place which is called in Hebrew, “Harmagedon”.
And he gathered them into a place called in the Hebrew tongue Armageddon.
And he shall gather them together into a place, which in Hebrew is called Armagedon.
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Greek Word Reference — Revelation 16:16
Study Notes — Revelation 16:16
- Context
- Cross References
- Revelation 16:16 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Revelation 16:16
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Revelation 16:16
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Revelation 16:16
- Trapp's Commentary on Revelation 16:16
- Ellicott's Commentary on Revelation 16:16
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Revelation 16:16
- Cambridge Bible on Revelation 16:16
- Barnes' Notes on Revelation 16:16
- Whedon's Commentary on Revelation 16:16
- Sermons on Revelation 16:16
Context — The First Six Bowls of Wrath
16And they assembled the kings in the place that in Hebrew is called Armageddon.
17Then the seventh angel poured out his bowl into the air, and a loud voice came from the throne in the temple, saying, “It is done!” 18And there were flashes of lightning, rumblings, peals of thunder, and a great earthquake the likes of which had not occurred since men were upon the earth—so mighty was the great quake.Cross References
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| 1 | Zechariah 12:11 | On that day the wailing in Jerusalem will be as great as the wailing of Hadad-rimmon in the plain of Megiddo. |
| 2 | Judges 5:19 | Kings came and fought; then the kings of Canaan fought at Taanach by the waters of Megiddo, but they took no plunder of silver. |
| 3 | Joel 3:9–14 | Proclaim this among the nations: “Prepare for war; rouse the mighty men; let all the men of war advance and attack! Beat your plowshares into swords and your pruning hooks into spears. Let the weak say, ‘I am strong!’ Come quickly, all you surrounding nations, and gather yourselves. Bring down Your mighty ones, O LORD. Let the nations be roused and advance to the Valley of Jehoshaphat, for there I will sit down to judge all the nations on every side. Swing the sickle, for the harvest is ripe. Come, trample the grapes, for the winepress is full; the wine vats overflow because their wickedness is great. Multitudes, multitudes in the valley of decision! For the Day of the LORD is near in the valley of decision. |
| 4 | 2 Kings 23:29–30 | At the end of Josiah’s reign, Pharaoh Neco king of Egypt marched up to help the king of Assyria at the Euphrates River. King Josiah went out to confront him, but Neco faced him and killed him at Megiddo. From Megiddo his servants carried his body in a chariot, brought him to Jerusalem, and buried him in his own tomb. Then the people of the land took Jehoahaz son of Josiah, anointed him, and made him king in place of his father. |
| 5 | Revelation 17:14 | They will make war against the Lamb, and the Lamb will triumph over them, because He is Lord of lords and King of kings; and He will be accompanied by His called and chosen and faithful ones.” |
| 6 | Revelation 19:17–21 | Then I saw an angel standing in the sun, and he cried out in a loud voice to all the birds flying overhead, “Come, gather together for the great supper of God, so that you may eat the flesh of kings and commanders and mighty men, of horses and riders, of everyone slave and free, small and great.” Then I saw the beast and the kings of the earth with their armies assembled to wage war against the One seated on the horse, and against His army. But the beast was captured along with the false prophet, who on its behalf had performed signs deceiving those who had the mark of the beast and worshiped its image. Both the beast and the false prophet were thrown alive into the fiery lake of burning sulfur. And the rest were killed with the sword that proceeded from the mouth of the One seated on the horse. And all the birds gorged themselves on their flesh. |
| 7 | Revelation 9:11 | They were ruled by a king, the angel of the Abyss. His name in Hebrew is Abaddon, and in Greek it is Apollyon. |
| 8 | John 19:13 | When Pilate heard these words, he brought Jesus out and sat on the judgment seat at a place called the Stone Pavement, which in Hebrew is Gabbatha. |
| 9 | Zechariah 14:2–3 | For I will gather all the nations for battle against Jerusalem, and the city will be captured, the houses looted, and the women ravished. Half of the city will go into exile, but the rest of the people will not be removed from the city. Then the LORD will go out to fight against those nations, as He fights in the day of battle. |
| 10 | Acts 26:14 | We all fell to the ground, and I heard a voice say to me in Hebrew, ‘Saul, Saul, why do you persecute Me? It is hard for you to kick against the goads.’ |
Revelation 16:16 Summary
This verse, Revelation 16:16, tells us that the evil forces of the world will gather all the kings of the earth to a place called Armageddon, which means 'mountain of Megiddo' in Hebrew. This gathering is a sign of the final battle between good and evil, where God will judge the nations, as promised in Revelation 16:14. Just like Jesus warned in Revelation 16:15, we need to be ready for His return, and we can do this by staying close to Him and following His teachings, as seen in Matthew 24:42-44. By understanding this verse, we can better prepare ourselves for the coming judgment and the ultimate victory of God over evil.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the meaning of Armageddon in Revelation 16:16?
The name Armageddon is derived from the Hebrew word 'Har-Magedon', which refers to the mountain of Megiddo, a location in Israel where many significant battles took place in biblical history, as seen in Judges 5:19 and 2 Kings 23:29-30.
Is the gathering of kings in Armageddon a literal or symbolic event?
While the Bible does not provide a clear answer, it is possible that the gathering of kings is both literal and symbolic, representing the final rebellion of humanity against God, as prophesied in Psalm 2:2 and Revelation 19:19.
What is the significance of the kings being assembled in one place?
The assembly of kings in Armageddon may signify the unity of opposition against God, as well as the fulfillment of God's plan to judge the nations, as stated in Revelation 16:14 and Isaiah 2:4.
How does this verse relate to the return of Jesus Christ?
The gathering of kings in Armageddon is a precursor to the second coming of Jesus Christ, as warned in Revelation 16:15, where Jesus says, 'Behold, I am coming like a thief.'
Reflection Questions
- What does the gathering of kings in Armageddon reveal about the nature of human rebellion against God?
- How does the concept of Armageddon relate to the idea of spiritual warfare, as described in Ephesians 6:12?
- In what ways can I prepare myself for the coming judgment, as warned in Revelation 16:15?
- What does the unity of opposition against God, as seen in Armageddon, teach me about the importance of unity among believers, as encouraged in John 17:21-23?
Gill's Exposition on Revelation 16:16
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Revelation 16:16
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Revelation 16:16
Trapp's Commentary on Revelation 16:16
Ellicott's Commentary on Revelation 16:16
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Revelation 16:16
Cambridge Bible on Revelation 16:16
Barnes' Notes on Revelation 16:16
Whedon's Commentary on Revelation 16:16
Sermons on Revelation 16:16
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(Revelation) Revelation 16:16-18:20 by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen discusses the prophetic warnings in Revelation 16:16-18:20, emphasizing the impending judgment of God on the earth, particularly through the imagery of the battle of Arm |
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(The Word for Today) Isaiah 33:13 - Part 2 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the future events of the great battle of Armageddon and the desolation that will follow. He emphasizes the importance of seeking a face |
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Ezekiel 36 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith discusses the prophetic significance of Ezekiel 36 in relation to the current Mid-East crisis, emphasizing God's promise to regather His people from among the nations a |
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Week of Meetings-07 Armageddon-Who When Where by Dwight Pentecost | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the events that will occur after the Lord Jesus Christ takes believers to be with Him. He mentions that the nations of the earth are currentl |
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(Through the Bible) Joel 3 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the preacher discusses various passages from the Bible that speak about the coming judgment and the return of Jesus Christ. He emphasizes the urgency of the harvest |
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Isaiah 2:4 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith discusses the prophetic implications of Isaiah 2:4, emphasizing President Truman's statement about future conflicts and the current arms race, particularly between Russ |
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Cranbrook Fellowship 2000 Albert Zehr With George Warnock and Russell Stendal - the Family (Tape 2) by George Warnock | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of Jesus being the central focus in our meetings and gatherings. He encourages believers to come to meetings not for performan |




