Revelation 20:10

Authorized King James Version

And the devil that deceived them was cast into the lake of fire and brimstone, where the beast and the false prophet are, and shall be tormented day and night for ever and ever.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#2
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#3
διάβολος
G1228
the devil
a traducer; specially, satan (compare h7854)
#4
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#5
πλανῶν
G4105
that deceived
to (properly, cause to) roam (from safety, truth, or virtue)
#6
αὐτοὺς
G846
them
the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
#7
ἐβλήθη
G906
was cast
to throw (in various applications, more or less violent or intense)
#8
εἰς
G1519
for
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#9
τὴν
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#10
λίμνην
G3041
the lake
a pond (large or small)
#11
τοῦ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#12
πυρὸς
G4442
of fire
"fire" (literally or figuratively, specially, lightning)
#13
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#14
θείου
G2303
brimstone
sulphur
#15
ὅπου
G3699
where
what(-ever) where, i.e., at whichever spot
#16
τὸ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#17
θηρίον
G2342
the beast
a dangerous animal
#18
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#19
ὁ
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#20
ψευδοπροφήτης
G5578
the false prophet
a spurious prophet, i.e., pretended foreteller or religious impostor
#21
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#22
βασανισθήσονται
G928
shall be tormented
to torture
#23
ἡμέρας
G2250
day
day, i.e., (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the jews as inclusive of
#24
καὶ
G2532
And
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
#25
νυκτὸς
G3571
night
"night" (literally or figuratively)
#26
εἰς
G1519
for
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
#27
τοὺς
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#28
αἰώνων
G165
and ever
properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (jewish) a messianic period (present or future)
#29
τῶν
G3588
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
#30
αἰώνων
G165
and ever
properly, an age; by extension, perpetuity (also past); by implication, the world; specially (jewish) a messianic period (present or future)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Revelation, this passage highlights kingdom of God through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Revelation.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of Jewish apocalyptic literature using symbolic imagery to convey hope shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of kingdom of God within the theological tradition of Revelation Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection