Revelation 17:4
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The woman was dressed in purple and scarlet, and decked with gold and precious stones and pearls, having in her hand a golden cup full of abominations and the impurities of the sexual immorality of the earth.
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Get a full Reformed explanation of this passageBabylon was the ancient imperial city on the Euphrates in Mesopotamia, remembered in Scripture for idolatry, oppression, and Judah’s exile. In this vision, “Babylon” likely symbolizes the corrupt world power—often associated with Rome—that seduces nations through wealth, false worship, and persecution.
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Revelation 17:4 mentions Babylon.
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