silence or secrecy imposed by initiation into religious rites. The root word #6 (Muo) means to shut the mouth. A good interpretation would be Secret Babylon. What is inferred here is that secret organizations would accumulate enough power to rule over the rulers of the world and at the same time keep their control hidden ce owes from public view. Ancient Babylon ruled openly, Mystery Babylon rules secretly. The name of Babylon was probably given to this center of world power because of its similarities to Ancient Babylon. Following is a list And saying, Alas, alas, that great city, that was clothed in fine linen, and purple, and scarlet, and decked with gold, and precious stones, and pearls! Revelation 18:16 For in one hour so great riches is come to nought. Revelation 18:17 11 Mystery Babylon of those similarities. 1. Both ruled the world: And the woman which thou sawest is that great city, which reigneth over the kings of the earth. Revelation 17:18 2. Both were exceedingly rich: 3. Both receive a prophecy of judgement: