Revelation 14:13
Arabic SAB (الكتاب الشريف)
ثُمَّ سَمِعْتُ صَوْتًا مِنَ السَّمَاءِ يَقُولُ: ”اُكْتُبْ: هَنِيئًا لِلْمَوْتَى الَّذِينَ يَمُوتُونَ مُنْذُ الْآنَ وَهُمْ يَنْتَمُونَ لِلْمَسِيحِ.“ فَيَقُولُ الرُّوحُ: ”نَعَمْ، حَقًّا إِنَّهُمْ يَرْتَاحُونَ مِنْ مَتَاعِبِهِمْ، وَمَا عَمِلُوهُ يَدُومُ.“
What Does This Mean?
This verse from Revelation says that a voice from heaven tells the author to write about those who die in faith, saying they are blessed because they can rest and their good works are remembered. The Spirit confirms this.
Explained for Children
Imagine if you worked really hard on something your whole life, like helping others or being kind. This verse says that when people like that go to heaven, God sees all the good things they did and makes sure they get a great rest for all their hard work.
Historical Background
This verse was written by John, who wrote Revelation while in exile on Patmos around 95 AD. He speaks to Christians facing persecution under Roman rule, encouraging them with promises of heavenly reward.
Living It Out Today
Consider a modern scenario where someone dedicates their life to social justice work and passes away. This verse assures us they will be remembered for their efforts and can rest in peace knowing that all the good they did is acknowledged by God.
Topics
eternal rewarddeath and resurrectiongood works rememberedspiritual restfaithfulness to the endcomfort in loss
Related Verses
John 11:25-26Philippians 3:7-111 Thessalonians 4:13-18Ecclesiastes 9:5-6Matthew 10:41
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is speaking in Revelation 14:13?
A voice from heaven speaks to the author, John, instructing him to write about those who die in faith.
What does it mean to 'die in the Lord' according to this verse?
To 'die in the Lord' means to pass away while maintaining one's faith and commitment to Jesus Christ throughout life, thus being considered among God's faithful.
How is comfort given through Revelation 14:13?
This verse provides comfort by assuring believers that those who die in the Lord are blessed, rest from their labors, and have their works remembered.
What can we learn about our earthly work from this verse?
From Revelation 14:13, we understand that our good works on earth do not go unnoticed; they contribute to the eternal reward for those who die in faith.