Revelation 12:8-9

REVELATION—NOTE ON Revelation 12:8 The victory of Michael and the holy angels over the dragon and his allies may symbolize Jesus’ triumph on the cross (compare Colossians 2:15). It may also reflect the defeat of demonic forces because of Christ’s victory at the cross. Or it may describe the original casting out of Satan and his demons from heaven (see note on Rev. 12:4). The devil (Greek) and Satan (Hebrew) describe a legal opponent, an accuser at law (see vv. Revelation 12:10). Some think he was thrown down to the earth indicates increased demonic activity on earth during the great tribulation.