Revelation 20:6
Amharic Tigrinya (መፅሓፍ ቅዱስ) No Year
ኣብቲ ቐዳማይ ትንሳኤ ዕድል ዘለዎ፥ ብፁዕን ቅዱስን እዩ። እቲ ኻልኣይ ሞት፥ ኣብዚኣቶም ስልጣን የብሉን፤ ግና ናይ እግዚኣብሄርን፥ ናይ ክርስቶስን ካህናት ክኾኑ፥ ምስ ክርስቶስውን፥ ሽሕ ዓመት ክነግሱ እዮም።
What Does This Mean?
This verse from Revelation talks about people who are part of the first resurrection. They will not experience the second death and will serve as priests with Christ for a thousand years.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're playing a game where everyone has to pass through two gates. The first gate is like winning a prize, but if you don't get past it quickly enough, you have to go through another tough gate called the second death. But some lucky players skip that second hard gate and get to play with the game master for a really long time!
Historical Background
The book of Revelation was written by John around 95 AD during Roman emperor Domitian's reign when Christians faced persecution. This passage addresses believers facing hardships, offering them hope and promises.
Living It Out Today
In modern life, this verse can be applied to those who face trials with faith. For example, a person might stay true to their beliefs despite being mocked or discriminated against, and find comfort in the promise of future rewards.
Topics
resurrectionsalvationhopefaithfulnesspriesthoodeternal life
Related Verses
1 Corinthians 15:20-23Revelation 20:4-5John 3:16Luke 20:35-38Ephesians 2:8-9
Frequently Asked Questions
What is meant by the first resurrection in Revelation 20:6?
The 'first resurrection' refers to a spiritual awakening or transformation, where believers are resurrected with Christ spiritually before the physical resurrection of others.
How can one ensure they have part in the first resurrection?
By living faithfully and trusting in Jesus Christ, as indicated by many passages that emphasize faith and obedience to God's will.
What is the second death mentioned in Revelation 20:6?
The 'second death' typically refers to eternal separation from God, often associated with the final judgment for those who do not share in Christ’s resurrection life.
How does being a priest of God and Christ benefit believers?
Being priests means having direct access to God and participating in spiritual ministry, offering believers closeness to God and roles in serving Him alongside Jesus.