Revelation 6:11

Arabic Bible Morocco Version - 2012 (الترجمة المغربية القياسية)

وْتّْعْطَى لْكُلّْ وَاحْدْ فِيهُمْ لْبَاسْ بْيَضْ، وْتّْݣَالْ لِيهُمْ يْصَبْرُو شْوِيَّة حْتَّى يْتّْقْتْلُو بْحَالْهُمْ ݣَاعْ الْعْبِيدْ دْيَالْ الْمَسِيحْ وْخُوتْهُمْ الْمُومْنِينْ.

What Does This Mean?

In this verse from Revelation, the martyrs are given white robes and told to wait a little longer until their fellow believers who will also face persecution are completed in their suffering. The speaker is likely an angel or God speaking directly.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're part of a special team, and when someone on your team faces a big challenge, they get a special white jersey. This verse says that the people facing challenges are given these jerseys and told to wait until others who will face similar challenges also join them.

Historical Background

The Book of Revelation was written by John around 96 AD during the Roman persecution of Christians. It is addressed to seven churches in Asia Minor, providing hope and encouragement through symbolic visions about future events.

Living It Out Today

In a modern context, this verse can apply when we face hardships and see others also facing similar challenges. It encourages patience and trust that all will be fulfilled as part of God's plan.

Topics

• perseverance
• faithfulness
• hope
• martyrdom
• reward
• patience

Related Verses

• Revelation 7:9
• Daniel 12:13
• Matthew 5:10-12
• Luke 6:22-23
• Hebrews 12:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What do white robes symbolize in this verse?

White robes often symbolize purity, righteousness, and victory over trials. In Revelation, they represent the martyrs' righteous status before God.

Who gives the white robes to the martyrs?

The text does not explicitly state who gives the robes, but it is likely a representation of divine reward or an angelic act on behalf of God.

What does 'rest yet for a little season' mean?

This phrase indicates a waiting period before further events occur. It suggests that those suffering will have some respite before their full number is completed.

How can this verse be applied in modern-day life?

It encourages patience and trust during challenging times, knowing that God has a plan for all believers who face persecution or hardship.