What is the origin of the religious system described in Revelation 17?

The religious system of Revelation 17, called mystery Babylon the great, originates in ancient Babylon and the Tower of Babel. It has opposed God's truth since that time and will crescendo during the final seven years, coming to a peak.

Les explains that the great religious system in Revelation 17 traces all the way back to old ancient Babylon and the Tower of Babel. It has been the adversary of the truth of God ever since, but it will crescendo during the last seven years and suddenly come to a peak. He also notes that idolatry feeds on the baser instincts of humanity, as seen when greed prompted the silversmiths to rise up against Paul's ministry because their wealth came from making silver shrines to Diana.

Revelation 17:5

And upon her forehead was a name written, MYSTERY, BABYLON THE GREAT, THE MOTHER OF HARLOTS AND ABOMINATIONS OF THE EARTH.

Where does the religious system in Revelation 17 originate?

The religious system of Revelation 17 originates in ancient Babylon, specifically the Tower of Babel. It has been the adversary of God's truth ever since, and will crescendo during the last seven years. This mystery Babylon, the mother of harlots, traces back to that ancient rebellion.