Brimstone: An inflammable mineral substance found in quantities on the shores of
the Dead Sea. The cities of the plain were destroyed by a rain of
fire and brimstone
(Genesis 19:24,25) In
(Isaiah 34:9) allusion is made to the
destruction of these cities. This word figuratively denotes
destruction or punishment
(Job 18:15; Isaiah 30:33; 34:9; Psalms 11:6; Ezekiel 38:22)
It is used to express the idea of excruciating torment in
(Revelation 14:10; 19:20; 20:10)
