New International VersionBut he was not strong enough, and they lost their place in heaven.
New Living TranslationAnd the dragon lost the battle, and he and his angels were forced out of heaven.
English Standard Versionbut he was defeated, and there was no longer any place for them in heaven.
Berean Standard BibleBut the dragon was not strong enough, and no longer was any place found in heaven for him and his angels.
Berean Literal BibleAnd he did not have strength, nor was found a place for them any longer in heaven.
King James BibleAnd prevailed not; neither was their place found any more in heaven.
New King James Versionbut they did not prevail, nor was a place found for them in heaven any longer.
New American Standard Bibleand they did not prevail, and there was no longer a place found for them in heaven.
NASB 1995and they were not strong enough, and there was no longer a place found for them in heaven.
NASB 1977and they were not strong enough, and there was no longer a place found for them in heaven.
Legacy Standard Bibleand they were not strong enough, and there was no longer a place found for them in heaven.
Amplified Biblebut they were not strong enough and did not prevail, and there was no longer a place found for them in heaven.
Christian Standard Biblebut he could not prevail, and there was no place for them in heaven any longer.
Holman Christian Standard Biblebut he could not prevail, and there was no place for them in heaven any longer.
American Standard Versionand they prevailed not, neither was their place found any more in heaven.
Contemporary English VersionBut the dragon lost the battle. It and its angels were forced out of their places in heaven
English Revised VersionAnd they prevailed not, neither was their place found any more in heaven.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationBut it was not strong enough, and there was no longer any place for them in heaven.
Good News Translationbut the dragon was defeated, and he and his angels were not allowed to stay in heaven any longer.
International Standard VersionBut it was not strong enough, and there was no longer any place for them in heaven.
NET BibleBut the dragon was not strong enough to prevail, so there was no longer any place left in heaven for him and his angels.
New Heart English BibleThey did not prevail, neither was a place found for them any more in heaven.
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd prevailed not; neither was their place found any more in heaven.
Weymouth New TestamentThe Dragon fought and so did his angels; but they were defeated, and there was no longer any room found for them in Heaven. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleBut the dragon was not strong enough, and no longer was any place found in heaven for him and his angels.
World English BibleThey didn’t prevail. No place was found for them any more in heaven. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand they did not prevail, nor was their place found anymore in Heaven;
Berean Literal BibleAnd he did not have strength, nor was found a place for them any longer in heaven.
Young's Literal Translation and they did not prevail, nor was their place found any more in the heaven;
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd were not strong; nor was place more found for them in heaven. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd they prevailed not, neither was their place found any more in heaven.
Catholic Public Domain VersionBut they did not prevail, and a place for them was no longer found in heaven.
New American Biblebut they did not prevail and there was no longer any place for them in heaven.
New Revised Standard Versionbut they were defeated, and there was no longer any place for them in heaven. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBut did not prevail; neither was their place found any longer in heaven.
Aramaic Bible in Plain EnglishAnd did not prevail, neither was a place found for them in Heaven. NT Translations Anderson New Testamentand prevailed not: nor was their place found any more in heaven.
Godbey New TestamentAnd the dragon and his angels fought, and they did not prevail; neither was their place found any more in the heaven.
Haweis New Testamentand they could not prevail; neither was there any more place found for them in the heaven.
Mace New Testamentthey lost their place in heaven:
Weymouth New TestamentThe Dragon fought and so did his angels; but they were defeated, and there was no longer any room found for them in Heaven.
Worrell New Testamentand they prevailed not, nor was their place found any more in the heaven.
Worsley New Testamentbut these prevailed not, neither was their place found any more in heaven.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context The War in Heaven7Then a war broke out in heaven: Michael and his angels fought against the dragon, and the dragon and his angels fought back. 8Butthe dragon was not strong enough,and no longerwas any placefoundinheavenfor him and his angels.9And the great dragon was hurled down—that ancient serpent called the devil and Satan, the deceiver of the whole world. He was hurled to the earth, and his angels with him.…
Cross References Daniel 10:13However, the prince of the kingdom of Persia opposed me for twenty-one days. Then Michael, one of the chief princes, came to help me, for I had been left there with the kings of Persia.
Daniel 10:21But first I will tell you what is inscribed in the Book of Truth. Yet no one has the courage to support me against these, except Michael your prince.
Daniel 12:1“At that time Michael, the great prince who stands watch over your people, will rise up. There will be a time of distress, the likes of which will not have occurred from the beginning of nations until that time. But at that time your people—everyone whose name is found written in the book—will be delivered.
Isaiah 14:12-15How you have fallen from heaven, O day star, son of the dawn! You have been cut down to the ground, O destroyer of nations. / You said in your heart: “I will ascend to the heavens; I will raise my throne above the stars of God. I will sit on the mount of assembly, in the far reaches of the north. / I will ascend above the tops of the clouds; I will make myself like the Most High.” ...
Ezekiel 28:12-17“Son of man, take up a lament for the king of Tyre and tell him that this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘You were the seal of perfection, full of wisdom and perfect in beauty. / You were in Eden, the garden of God. Every kind of precious stone adorned you: ruby, topaz, and diamond, beryl, onyx, and jasper, sapphire, turquoise, and emerald. Your mountings and settings were crafted in gold, prepared on the day of your creation. / You were anointed as a guardian cherub, for I had ordained you. You were on the holy mountain of God; you walked among the fiery stones. ...
Genesis 3:15And I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your seed and her seed. He will crush your head, and you will strike his heel.”
Job 1:6-12One day the sons of God came to present themselves before the LORD, and Satan also came with them. / “Where have you come from?” said the LORD to Satan. “From roaming through the earth,” he replied, “and walking back and forth in it.” / Then the LORD said to Satan, “Have you considered My servant Job? For there is no one on earth like him, a man who is blameless and upright, who fears God and shuns evil.” ...
Job 2:1-7On another day the sons of God came to present themselves before the LORD, and Satan also came with them to present himself before Him. / “Where have you come from?” said the LORD to Satan. “From roaming through the earth,” he replied, “and walking back and forth in it.” / Then the LORD said to Satan, “Have you considered My servant Job? For there is no one on earth like him, a man who is blameless and upright, who fears God and shuns evil. He still retains his integrity, even though you incited Me against him to ruin him without cause.” ...
Zechariah 3:1-2Then the angel showed me Joshua the high priest standing before the angel of the LORD, with Satan standing at his right hand to accuse him. / And the LORD said to Satan: “The LORD rebukes you, Satan! Indeed, the LORD, who has chosen Jerusalem, rebukes you! Is not this man a firebrand snatched from the fire?”
Luke 10:18So He told them, “I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven.
John 12:31Now judgment is upon this world; now the prince of this world will be cast out.
John 16:11and in regard to judgment, because the prince of this world has been condemned.
Ephesians 6:12For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this world’s darkness, and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.
Colossians 2:15And having disarmed the powers and authorities, He made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them by the cross.
2 Peter 2:4For if God did not spare the angels when they sinned, but cast them deep into hell, placing them in chains of darkness to be held for judgment;
Treasury of Scripture And prevailed not; neither was their place found any more in heaven. prevailed not. Revelation 12:11 And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives unto the death. Psalm 13:4 Lest mine enemy say, I have prevailed against him;and those that trouble me rejoice when I am moved. Psalm 118:10-13 All nations compassed me about: but in the name of the LORD will I destroy them… their. Job 7:10 He shall return no more to his house, neither shall his place know him any more. Job 8:18 If he destroy him from his place, thenit shall deny him,saying, I have not seen thee. Job 20:9 The eye alsowhich saw him shallsee him no more; neither shall his place any more behold him. Jump to Previous AngelsDefeatedDragonEnoughFoughtFoundHeavenLongerOvercomePrevailPrevailedRoomStrongJump to Next AngelsDefeatedDragonEnoughFoughtFoundHeavenLongerOvercomePrevailPrevailedRoomStrongRevelation 12 1.A woman clothed with the sun travails.4.The great red dragon stands before her, ready to devour her child;6.when she is delivered she flees into the desert.7.Michael and his angels fight with the dragon, and prevail.13.The dragon, being cast down into the earth, persecutes the woman.But the dragon was not strong enoughThis phrase refers to the dragon, identified earlier in Revelation 12 as Satan. The imagery of the dragon is symbolic of chaos and opposition to God. The dragon's lack of strength signifies the ultimate defeat of evil forces against divine power. This echoes the theme of spiritual warfare found throughout the Bible, such as in Ephesians 6:12, where believers are reminded that their struggle is not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces of evil. The dragon's defeat is a fulfillment of the prophecy in Genesis 3:15, where the serpent's head is crushed by the seed of the woman, symbolizing Christ's victory over Satan. and no longer was any place found in heaven for him
This indicates the expulsion of Satan from heaven, a significant event in the cosmic battle between good and evil. The idea of being cast out of heaven is reminiscent ofIsaiah 14:12-15 andEzekiel 28:12-17, which describe the fall of Lucifer. Theologically, this expulsion represents the cleansing of heaven from sin and rebellion, aligning with the holiness and justice of God. It also signifies a shift in the spiritual realm, where Satan's access to accuse believers before God, as seen inJob 1:6-12, is revoked. and his angels
The mention of "his angels" refers to the fallen angels who followed Satan in his rebellion against God. These beings are often identified as demons in the New Testament, as seen in passages likeMatthew 25:41, where eternal fire is prepared for the devil and his angels. The expulsion of these angels from heaven underscores the complete defeat of the rebellious forces. This event is part of the broader narrative of God's redemptive plan, where Christ's victory ensures the ultimate restoration of creation, free from the presence of evil. Persons / Places / Events 1. The DragonSymbolic of Satan, the adversary of God and His people. The dragon is depicted as a powerful and malevolent force opposing God's purposes. 2. Michael and His AngelsMichael is an archangel, often seen as a warrior angel who leads the heavenly host in battle against the forces of evil. His name means "Who is like God?" in Hebrew, emphasizing his role as a defender of God's sovereignty. 3. HeavenThe spiritual realm where God resides, and where the battle between good and evil takes place. In this context, it represents the domain of divine authority and purity. 4. The War in HeavenA cosmic battle between the forces of good, led by Michael, and the forces of evil, led by the dragon. This event signifies the ultimate defeat of evil in the heavenly realm. 5. The Defeat of the DragonThe dragon's failure to prevail signifies the triumph of God's power and the establishment of His kingdom. The dragon's expulsion from heaven marks a pivotal moment in the spiritual conflict. Teaching Points The Reality of Spiritual WarfareBelievers must recognize that spiritual warfare is a real and ongoing battle. Understanding the nature of this conflict helps Christians remain vigilant and prayerful. The Assurance of VictoryThe defeat of the dragon assures believers of God's ultimate victory over evil. This encourages Christians to stand firm in their faith, knowing that God is in control. The Role of AngelsAngels, like Michael, play a significant role in God's plan, serving as protectors and warriors. This reminds believers of the unseen support they have in their spiritual journey. The Importance of Spiritual ReadinessJust as Michael and his angels were prepared for battle, Christians must be spiritually ready, equipped with the armor of God, to face challenges and temptations. The Consequences of RebellionThe dragon's expulsion from heaven serves as a warning against rebellion and pride. Believers are called to humility and submission to God's will. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of Revelation 12:8?
2.How can we resist Satan's forces as depicted in Revelation 12:8?
3.What does Revelation 12:8 teach about the ultimate fate of evil?
4.How does Revelation 12:8 connect with Ephesians 6:12 on spiritual warfare?
5.In what ways can we find encouragement from Revelation 12:8 today?
6.How does Revelation 12:8 strengthen our understanding of God's sovereignty?
7.What does Revelation 12:8 imply about the nature of spiritual warfare in heaven?
8.How does Revelation 12:8 challenge the concept of invincibility of evil forces?
9.What historical context influences the interpretation of Revelation 12:8?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Revelation 12?
11.What actions do angels perform?
12.What does the Bible say about Lucifer's fall?
13.Are angels capable of dying or being harmed?
14.How can there be a war in heaven (Revelation 12:7) if other biblical texts suggest heaven is a place of perfect peace?What Does Revelation 12:8 Mean But the dragonRevelation 12 introduces “the great dragon…called the devil and Satan” (12:9). Other passages call him “the ruler of this world” (John 12:31) and “the god of this age” (2 Corinthians 4:4). He is a real, personal being who has opposed God since his fall (Isaiah 14:12-15). Here, John pictures him in open conflict with Michael and the holy angels (Revelation 12:7).
was not strong enoughThough Satan wields significant power (Job 1–2;Ephesians 2:2), he is never God’s equal. • Michael, an archangel, defeats him by God’s authority, not his own (Daniel 10:13; Jude 9). • Christ has already disarmed the spiritual rulers through the cross (Colossians 2:15). • Believers overcome the devil “by the blood of the Lamb” (Revelation 12:11), underscoring that victory rests in Christ’s finished work, not human strength.
and no longer was any placeThe phrase signals permanent exclusion. Satan once had limited access to present accusations before God (Job 1:6;Zechariah 3:1). After this battle, that privilege is revoked. His sphere of influence is squeezed ever tighter as history moves toward final judgment (Revelation 20:10).
found in heavenHeaven represents the seat of God’s rule and the domain of perfect holiness (Revelation 4). Nothing impure can remain there (Revelation 21:27). Satan’s expulsion highlights God’s refusal to tolerate rebellion in His presence and anticipates the full cleansing of creation (2 Peter 3:13).
for him and his angelsSatan does not stand alone; he commands fallen angels—demons (Matthew 25:41). Their fate is bound to his. Just as righteous angels find joy in heaven (Luke 15:10), these rebels face certain doom (2 Peter 2:4). The separation accentuates the finality of their judgment and the security of the redeemed (Hebrews 12:22-24).
summaryRevelation 12:8 declares the decisive defeat of Satan and his forces: despite their might, they cannot withstand God’s power. Their eviction from heaven is irreversible, foreshadowing their ultimate destruction in the lake of fire. For believers, the verse affirms that Christ’s victory is complete, evil’s time is limited, and eternal security in God’s presence is assured. (8) And prevailed not . . .--Better, And their power failed them, and not even was place for them found any more in the heaven. The result of the war was the dragon's defeat. The whole power of the evil hosts failed them. There is an inherent weakness in evil: a spot which may be touched whereupon all its vaunted strength withers. So complete was the overthrow, that even their place knew them no more. "I went by, and, lo! he was gone; I sought him, but he could nowhere be found."
Parallel Commentaries ...
Greek [But]καὶ(kai)Conjunction
Strong's 2532:And, even, also, namely.[the dragon] was not strong enough,ἴσχυσεν(ischysen)Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2480:To have strength, be strong, be in full health and vigor, be able; meton: I prevail. From ischus; to have force.[and] no longerοὐδὲ(oude)Conjunction
Strong's 3761:Neither, nor, not even, and not. From ou and de; not however, i.e. Neither, nor, not even.[was] any placeτόπος(topos)Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 5117:Apparently a primary word; a spot, i.e. Location; figuratively, condition, opportunity; specially, a scabbard.foundεὑρέθη(heurethē)Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2147:A prolonged form of a primary heuro, which heureo is used for it in all the tenses except the present and imperfect to find.inἐν(en)Preposition
Strong's 1722:In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.heavenοὐρανῷ(ouranō)Noun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3772:Perhaps from the same as oros; the sky; by extension, heaven; by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the Gospel.for [him and his angels].αὐτῶν(autōn)Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 846:He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.
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