Revelation 14:16

Arabic Bible ERV 2009

فَلَوَّحَ الَّذِي يَجلِسُ عَلَى السَّحابَةِ بِمِنجَلِهِ فَوقَ الأرْضِ، فَحُصِدَتِ الأرْضُ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes a figure sitting on a cloud who uses his sickle to harvest the earth's crops, symbolizing judgment or end-time events. John is not directly speaking here but recording what he sees in vision.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing with your toy farm and suddenly see a farmer up high in the sky cutting wheat with a big scythe. This verse tells us that something important and powerful is happening, just like when farmers harvest crops at the end of summer.

Historical Background

The Book of Revelation was written by John towards the end of the first century CE during the Roman persecution of Christians. The audience consisted primarily of early Christian communities facing trials and tribulations under Roman rule.

Living It Out Today

In our modern context, this verse can remind us to be prepared for significant changes or endings in life. Just as farmers prepare for their harvest season, we must ready ourselves for times when important decisions need to be made.

Topics

• judgment
• end times
• apocalypse
• preparation
• spiritual harvest
• visionary literature

Related Verses

• Matthew 13:24-30
• Revelation 6:17
• Isaiah 25:6-8
• Luke 3:9
• Jeremiah 51:33

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the person sitting on the cloud in Revelation 14:16?

The figure seated on the cloud represents an angel or divine agent, executing God's judgment upon earth. The sickle symbolizes this act of harvesting or judging.

What does 'reaped' mean in this context?

'Reaped' here signifies a decisive action that ends a period and gathers the results, much like how farmers harvest crops at the end of a growing season. In Revelation, it symbolizes judgment or the conclusion of an era.

How does this relate to other parts of the Bible?

This verse echoes themes found in prophetic texts like Jeremiah and Isaiah, where God's judgment is often likened to agricultural metaphors such as harvests. It also aligns with Jesus' teachings about separating wheat from chaff.

What practical lessons can we learn from this verse?

This verse reminds us of the importance of living in readiness for significant changes or endings, much like preparing for a harvest season. It encourages being spiritually prepared and attentive to God's timing.