The fifth plague is:

Rev. 16:10-11 "And the fifth angel poured out his vial upon the seat of the beast; and his kingdom was full of darkness; and they gnawed their tongues for pain,
And blasphemed the God of heaven because of their pains and their sores, and repented not of their deeds."

"The beast, with its seven heads, continued to engage in blasphemy until its very end. When God released the final judgment upon the beast, its kingdom plunged into spiritual darkness to the highest level. Even though they were tormented, they refused to repent. Let us ponder why the fifth plague is aimed at the throne of the beast."

During the Medieval Age, many were unjustly persecuted for their faith and made martyrs. They cried, saying, "How long, O Lord, holy and true, dost thou not judge and avenge our blood on them that dwell on the earth?" In the Book of Revelation, it is written that God will answer their cries in the end during the fifth plague, bringing about the justice and retribution they seek.

It is crucial to note that the fifth seal provides a more detailed explanation for why the fifth plague must fall on the throne of the beast.

The condition of the fifth church suggests that the reformers were prominent martyrs during the time of oppression by the beast power against the faithful.

Understanding the connection between the Seals and the churches in studying Revelation is crucial, as every part is intertwined. Can you see how the fifth seal relates to the fifth church?

The description of the fifth trumpet is more intricate and complex than other parts. However, if we can identify the beast affected by the fifth plague, it becomes clear that both refer to the same entity.

I will share what the fifth trumpet entailed next time. Please continue studying with me.

John 6:1 After these things Jesus went over the sea of Galilee, which is [the sea] of Tiberias.
6:2 And a great multitude followed him, because they saw his miracles which he did on them that were diseased.
6:3 And Jesus went up into a mountain, and there he sat with his disciples

There's something about miracles that attract people. Especially miracles that take away disease.

Jesus had taught people all day and was seeking some time alone with His disciples. From the hillside He looked down at growing multitude of people, and His heart was stirred with sympathy. He knew they had a tough time just getting on in life. Interrupted as He was, and robbed of His rest, He was not impatient. He saw a greater necessity demanding His attention as He watched the people coming and still coming. He was "moved with compassion toward them, because they were as sheep not having a shepherd" [Mark 6:34]. Leaving His retreat, He found a convenient place where He could minister to them. They received no help from the priests and rulers, but with Jesus it was the healing waters of life flowed from Him as He taught the multitude the way of salvation.