Second death] a Jewish phrase for the final condemnation of sinners: cp. Revelation 20:6; Revelation 20:14; Revelation 21:8; Matthew 10:28.

12-17. To the Church in Pergamum Christ speaks as He who destroys the wicked (Revelation 2:12). The Church is praised for faithfulness during a time when Christians might be called upon to deny Christ and worship the emperor. One of the Church, at least, had confessed Christ at the cost of his life (Revelation 2:13). Yet even this Church was corrupted by immoral teaching (Revelation 2:14.), and must repent, for a corrupt Church will suffer Christ's judgment (Revelation 2:16). Those who live victoriouly are promised heavenly food, and knowledge of Christ in their secret souls (Revelation 2:17).

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