Revelation 17:7

The Interpretation of the Mystery, Revelation 17:7-18

7. Wherefore didst thou marvel? Again the word should be wonder. For the angel's surprise at the seer not comprehending at once, see on Revelation 7:14.

I will tell thee The "I" is emphatic: "Iwill tell thee, since thoufindest it so strange."

the mystery i.e. the mystical meaning: see on Revelation 17:5.

of the woman, and of the beast The latter is explained first, Revelation 17:8: the Woman is not clearly defined till Revelation 17:18.