Luke 17:36

Arabic GOV (الكتاب المقدس العهد الجديد، النسخة الارثوذكسية القدس)

وَيَكونُ اثْنَانِ فِي الحَقْلِ فيُؤْخَذُ الوَاحِدُ وَيُتْرَكُ الآخَر".

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Luke says that when the Son of Man comes again, two men working in a field will experience different outcomes—one will be taken away and one will remain behind. The key message is about the suddenness and unexpected nature of God's intervention.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing with your friend in the park, and suddenly a big truck picks up only one of you to go on an adventure while the other stays behind. This verse tells us that something like this can happen when Jesus comes back—some people will be taken away for a special reason.

Historical Background

Luke wrote his Gospel around AD 80-100, aimed at a Gentile audience. He likely drew from eyewitness accounts and oral traditions to convey the teachings of Jesus in a way that would resonate with new believers during this time period.

Living It Out Today

Consider when unexpected events happen in your daily life; it can be as sudden as being unexpectedly chosen for a project or experiencing a crisis at work. This verse reminds us to always be prepared and ready for God's intervention, no matter how sudden.

Topics

• preparedness
• salvation
• faith
• judgment
• hope
• end times

Related Verses

• Matthew 24:38
• 1 Thessalonians 5:9-10
• Ezekiel 33:11
• Revelation 3:3
• Luke 12:37

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is speaking in Luke 17:36?

In this passage, Jesus is speaking to his disciples about the signs of His return and the suddenness of God's judgment.

Does 'taken' mean taken away by angels or something else?

The verse doesn't specify whether 'taken' means taken away by angels. It emphasizes the unexpected nature of the event, highlighting that people will experience different outcomes without clear indicators beforehand.

How can we be prepared for such an event as described in Luke 17:36?

Being prepared involves living a righteous life and maintaining faith. It also includes staying vigilant and always being ready, just as one would prepare for any unexpected situation.

Is this verse related to the concept of Rapture?

While some interpret this verse in relation to the Rapture, it more broadly speaks about God's judgment. The idea of suddenness and differentiation between those who are taken away and left behind is central but not explicitly tied to a specific end-times event.