Revelation 11:10

Amharic Bible (መጽሐፍ ቅዱስ (የብሉይና የሐዲስ ኪዳን መጻሕፍት))

እነዚህም ሁለት ነቢያት በምድር የሚኖሩትን ስለ ሣቀዩ በምድር የሚኖሩት በእነርሱ ላይ ደስ ይላቸዋል በደስታም ይኖራሉ እርስ በርሳቸውም ስጦታ ይሰጣጣሉ።

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes how people on Earth will celebrate and exchange gifts because the two prophets who tormented them have been defeated. The speaker is John, writing to describe a future event.

Explained for Children

Imagine if there were two kids in your school who always made others feel bad or upset. One day, those kids leave, and everyone feels happy and decides to celebrate by giving each other presents. That's kind of what this verse is talking about, but with grown-ups and prophets instead.

Historical Background

The Book of Revelation was written by John around 95 AD. It was intended for early Christian communities facing persecution. The prophetic imagery reflects the political and social tensions of that time, using symbolic language to convey hope and warning.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, this verse can remind us about how people sometimes rejoice over others' downfall or suffering. We should reflect on why we feel happy when someone else is hurt, and strive for compassion instead.

Topics

• persecution
• rejoicing
• prophets
• torment
• future events
• celebration

Related Verses

• Jeremiah 34:18-20
• Ezekiel 35:10-15
• Matthew 23:37
• Acts 7:56
• Revelation 13:7

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the two prophets mentioned in Revelation 11:10?

The two prophets are symbolic figures representing God's messengers who prophesy to the people of earth, often met with resistance and opposition.

Why do the inhabitants celebrate their defeat?

People on Earth celebrate because they were tormented by these prophets' messages and actions, which likely challenged their beliefs or lifestyles.

What does this verse tell us about human nature?

This highlights how people can be joyful over others’ downfall, even if it involves celebrating the suffering of those who bring truth or reform.

How should Christians respond to such celebrations in real life?

Christians should pray for understanding and compassion towards those who rejoice over others' misfortunes and strive to act with kindness, reflecting Jesus’ teachings on love and forgiveness.