Revelation 11:9

Key Reflection

In Revelation 11:9, John describes the dead bodies of those who witness significant events in the city that spiritually represents both Sodom and Egypt—places known for their moral corruption and judgment. The imagery draws a parallel to Jerusalem, which was crucified ground where Jesus died, emphasizing the spiritual depravity and impending doom of the city’s inhabitants. For the original audience, this would have resonated with the history of Jerusalem's rebellion against God, just as Sodom and Egypt were notorious for their wickedness in biblical narratives.