Revelation 22:19

Arabic SVD 1865 Version (Smith and Van Dyke)

وان كان احد يحذف من اقوال كتاب هذه النبوّة يحذف الله نصيبه من سفر الحياة ومن المدينة المقدسة ومن المكتوب في هذا الكتاب

What Does This Mean?

This verse warns that anyone who alters or removes words from the book of Revelation will face severe consequences, as they may lose their place in God's kingdom and the holy city. It emphasizes the importance of preserving the text exactly as it is.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a special coloring book with rules to color inside the lines. If someone erases those lines or changes them, they won't be able to play with your finished picture anymore. God's message in this book is like that - we need to keep it just as He gave it.

Historical Background

The Book of Revelation was written by John, one of Jesus' apostles, around the late first century AD when Christians faced persecution under Roman rule. This verse underscores the importance of preserving God's message for future generations amidst potential tampering or loss.

Living It Out Today

In today’s world, this could apply to leaders who manipulate religious texts to serve their own agendas. For instance, a pastor who changes Bible verses in sermons might lose credibility and spiritual influence within the community.

Topics

• divine revelation
• spiritual integrity
• Bible preservation
• church leadership
• God's judgment
• faithfulness

Related Verses

• Deuteronomy 4:2
• Proverbs 30:5-6
• Mark 13:37
• Revelation 22:8-9
• Matthew 24:35

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to 'take away from the words of this book'?

It means altering, removing or tampering with the original text, which can misrepresent God’s message and lead people astray.

Why is it important not to alter the Bible's contents?

Altering the content risks changing God's intended meaning and could undermine faith and trust in His word among believers.

Does this verse apply only to Revelation or all of Scripture?

While specifically about Revelation, the principle applies broadly to preserving all of Scripture as written by divine inspiration without human alteration.

What are real-world examples of tampering with texts like described here?

Throughout history, some religious leaders have edited holy texts for personal gain or to support their doctrines, which violates this biblical directive.