Overview
The Bible addresses pergamos across 7 verses, drawn from the New Testament. These passages cluster most in Revelation. Closely related themes include Balaam, Alpha, Inspiration and Omega. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Balaam and Balak.
Key Bible verses about pergamos
New Testament
Revelation
Saying, I am Alpha and Omega, the first and the last: and, What thou seest, write in a book, and send it unto the seven churches which are in Asia; unto Ephesus, and unto Smyrna, and unto Pergamos, and unto Thyatira, and unto Sardis, and unto Philadelphia, and unto Laodicea.
And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write; These things saith he which hath the sharp sword with two edges;
I know thy works, and where thou dwellest, even where Satan's seat is: and thou holdest fast my name, and hast not denied my faith, even in those days wherein Antipas was my faithful martyr, who was slain among you, where Satan dwelleth.
But I have a few things against thee, because thou hast there them that hold the doctrine of Balaam, who taught Balac to cast a stumblingblock before the children of Israel, to eat things sacrificed unto idols, and to commit fornication.
So hast thou also them that hold the doctrine of the Nicolaitans, which thing I hate.
Repent; or else I will come unto thee quickly, and will fight against them with the sword of my mouth.
He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; To him that overcometh will I give to eat of the hidden manna, and will give him a white stone, and in the stone a new name written, which no man knoweth saving he that receiveth it.
People in the Bible and pergamos
Biblical figures whose stories intersect with this theme.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying pergamos for yourself
- Begin with Revelation 1:11, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Consider the lives of Balaam and Balak and how their stories intersect with it.
- Widen the study to related themes: Balaam, Alpha, Inspiration and Omega.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about pergamos?
The Bible addresses pergamos across 7 verses, drawn from the New Testament. These passages cluster most in Revelation. Closely related themes include Balaam, Alpha, Inspiration and Omega. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Balaam and Balak.
How many Bible verses are about pergamos?
The Bible references pergamos in 7 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention pergamos?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Revelation 1:11: “Saying, I am Alpha and Omega, the first and the last: and, What thou seest, write in a book, and send it unto the seven churches which are in Asia; unto Ephesus, and unto Smyrna, and unto Pergamos, and unto Thyatira, and unto Sardis, and unto Philadelphia, and unto Laodicea.”
Which people in the Bible are associated with pergamos?
Balaam and Balak.
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