Covenant Reformed News – May 2014 • Volume XV, Issue 1
This article from Covenant Reformed News examines Revelation 2:13 and the church at Pergamos, focusing on the unique biblical references to Satan's throne and dwelling place in that city. Through careful exegetical analysis, the author explores how Satan's spiritual presence and power in Pergamos affected the congregation, emphasizing the connection between physical geography and spiritual/demonic forces. The piece demonstrates Reformed hermeneutical principles applied to eschatological prophecy and the doctrine of Satan's nature and activity.
Pergamos: A Church Dwelling Where Satan’s Throne Is (1) There is especially one feature of the church at Pergamos (Rev. 2:12-17) that stands out: it dwelt in a city where Satan had his throne. This is highlighted in three different ways. One, it is mentioned first: “I know thy works, and where thou dwellest, even where Satan’s seat is” (13). Two, it is mentioned twice, both at the start of verse 13 (as already quoted) and at the end of that verse: “Antipas … was slain among you, where Satan...