Verse 4
The "stars" probably represent the angels Satan led in rebellion against God (cf. Revelation 12:8-9; Revelation 9:1; Daniel 8:10; Judges 1:6; 2 Peter 2:4). [Note: Lenski, p. 356; Thomas, Revelation 8-22, p. 124.] Satan has extensive authority, which this description reflects. God cast Satan and these angels out of heaven to earth. [Note: Govett, 2:21-23; William H. Simcox, The Revelation of St. John the Divine, p. 126; Charles, 1:320.] That is, they no longer had access to God’s presence, though they presently do. Satan proceeded to take out his vengeance by trying to prevent the appearance of Messiah (cf. Exodus 1:15-22; 1 Samuel 18:10-11; 2 Chronicles 22:10; Matthew 2:16). The birth referred to is evidently that of Jesus Christ at His first advent (Revelation 12:5; cf. Matthew 2:13).
"All Satanic activities are carried on under the double motive of ambition to rule and be worshipped, and, hatred toward the One whom God has chosen to take the kingdom Satan has usurped." [Note: Newell, p. 174.]
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