4.3.2.17 - #17 - Abyss

The Abyss, the “bottomless pit,” is a deep compartment within the earth where fallen angels are held (Rev. 9:1-2 +, 11 +). See commentary on Revelation 9:1. The Beast is said to ascend from the Abyss ^[#17-#16] (Rev. 11:7 +; 17:8 +), probably after being revived from his deadly wound as the seventh king ^[#13-#17] (Rev. 17:11 +). See Supernatural Origin?

The Abyss is also the holding place for the dragon (Satan) during the Millennial Kingdom (Rev. 20:1-3 +).

See Symbols of Kingdoms.