What is "abominable" referring to in Revelation 21:8?
Revelation 21:8
KJV - 8 But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.
Anonymous
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Frankie Manns
The meaning of the word according to Strong's G948
βδελύσσω
bdelussō
bdel-oos'-so
From a (presumed) derivative ofβδέω bdeō (to stink); to be disgusted, that is, (by implication) detest (especially of idolatry): - abhor, abominable.
Total KJV occurrences: 2
Rupeni Camaicawa MSc
I believe we are familiar with the meaning and/or definition of the word. Simplistically put, to do detestable deeds that are contrary to the teaching of Christ and His Kingdom. God said, "Seek ye first His Kingdom and His righteousness (not detestable things) and everything shall be given unto you". Mathew 6:33. "He that overcometh shall inherit all things, and I will be his God, and he shall be my son". Revelation 21:7. Abominable things are associated with idolatry and every sinful acts that we are forbidden from pursuing or entertaining even in our thoughts or mind.