How was the flood stayed, and Satan's -design defeated?

Answer

"And the earth helped the woman, and the earth opened her mouth, and swallowed up the flood which the
dragon cast out of his mouth." Verse 16.
NOTE - The mountain strong holds, quiet retreats, and secluded valleys of southwestern Europe
for centuries shielded many who refused allegiance to the Papacy. The text also may indicate the results of
the Reformation of the sixteenth century, when many of the governments of Europe came to the help of the
cause of reform, by staying the hand of persecution and protecting the lives of those who dared to take
their stand for the right. The discovery of America, and the opening up of this country as an asylum for the
oppressed of Europe at this time, may also be included in the "help" here referred to.
 


And what besides a mere belief in the truth is necessary?
How is this beast further described?
How was the \"devotion\", of the \"faithful\" disturbed?
When did Paul expect to receive his crown?
What takes place under the sixth plague?
What description is given of Gabriel in Daniel?
If an answer does not come at once, what should we do?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle