Revelation 9:18

Amharic 2000 (የአማርኛ መጽሐፍ ቅዱስ (ሰማንያ አሃዱ))

ከአፋቸውም በወጡት በእሳቱና በጢሱ በዲኑም በእነዚህ ሦስት መቅሰፍቶች የሰዎቹ ሲሶ ተገደለ።

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes how one-third of humanity will die from a deadly combination of fire, smoke, and brimstone that comes out of the mouths of demonic locusts. John is writing about what he sees in his vision, emphasizing the severity and destructive nature of this judgment.

Explained for Children

Imagine if there were scary bugs with really hot breath! In this story from the Bible, these bugs can breathe fire, smoke, and something called brimstone, which burns very badly. They hurt a lot of people in John’s vision because they’re so powerful.

Historical Background

The Book of Revelation was written by John around 96 AD to seven churches in Asia Minor. This passage is part of his prophetic vision, warning the early Christians about future judgments and encouraging them to remain faithful despite persecution.

Living It Out Today

In today’s world, this verse reminds us that we face many challenges that can feel overwhelming or destructive, like cyberbullying where harsh words can hurt others deeply. It calls for vigilance and reliance on God's protection and truth.

Topics

• judgment
• faithfulness
• protection
• visionary literature
• end times
• divine intervention

Related Verses

• Exodus 9:23
• Isaiah 34:8-10
• Luke 17:26-27
• Revelation 8:10-11
• Deuteronomy 29:23

Frequently Asked Questions

What does brimstone mean in this verse?

Brimstone, also known as sulfur, is a substance that burns easily and emits a strong smell. In the Bible, it often symbolizes divine judgment or punishment.

How can we understand 'one-third of men' being killed?

'One-third' suggests a significant but not total destruction, indicating that even in severe judgments, there is always hope and a remnant who will survive and continue to serve God.

Is this verse meant to scare people or teach them something?

While it does convey the severity of divine judgment, its main purpose is to encourage believers to remain faithful and trust in God’s ultimate justice and protection.

How do we see brimstone imagery used outside Revelation?

The image appears in other parts of the Bible, such as Genesis 19:24 where it describes the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, emphasizing the seriousness of divine judgment.