Revelation of John 12:9

     9. that old serpent—alluding to Ge 3:1, 4.

      Devil—the Greek, for "accuser," or "slanderer."

      Satan—the Hebrew for "adversary," especially in a court of justice. The twofold designation, Greek and Hebrew, marks the twofold objects of his accusations and temptations, the elect Gentiles and the elect Jews.

      worldGreek, "habitable world."

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