They worshiped the dragon because he gave his authority to the beast; and they worshiped the beast, saying, “Who is like the beast?
Who is able to make war with him?”
A mouth speaking great things and blasphemy was given to him.
Authority to make war for forty-two months was given to him.
He opened his mouth for blasphemy against God, to blaspheme his name, his dwelling, and those who dwell in heaven.
It was given to him to make war with the saints and to overcome them.
Authority over every tribe, people, language, and nation was given to him.