G4141

πλήσσω

plēssō

Verb · Apparently another form of πλάσσω (G4111) (through the idea of flattening out)

Apparently another form of G4111 (through the idea of flattening out); to pound, i.e. (figuratively) to inflict with (calamity):—smite. Compare G5180.

Outline

to strike, smite

Usages

Revelation 8:12

And the fourth angel sounded, and the third part of the sun was smitten, and the third part of the moon, and the third part of the stars; so as the third part of them was darkened, and the day shone not for a third part of it, and the night likewise.

Breakdown

Sun, moon and stars represent knowledge, wisdom and understanding. for a third part of it On one level referring to Esau (the third part of men; the three classifications of men: The Sons of God (The Israelites), The Sons of Men (the heathen nations) and The Sons of The Wicked (The Edomites)). The Edomites will not have the knowledge, wisdom or understanding to get out of the destruction. On another level, the missiles will darken the sun, moon and stars.

Precepts

Matthew 24:29 Ezekiel 32:7

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