Revelation 21:15

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ታው ኦዲያ ኪታንቹዋስ፥ ካታማ፥ ኢያ ፔንጌታኔ ኢያ ዲርሳ ዋꬊያ ዎርቃ ፃምዓይ ዴዔስ።

What Does This Mean?

In this verse from Revelation, an angel is shown measuring the new city with a golden reed. The speaker is likely John, who sees and records these visions. This highlights the precise planning of God for His eternal home.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing in a sandbox and someone gives you a special ruler to measure your castle. In this story, an angel uses a magical golden ruler to measure a new city that God is making for everyone who loves Him.

Historical Background

The Book of Revelation was written by John the Apostle around 96 AD during his exile on Patmos. It's addressed to seven churches in Asia Minor and provides visions about the end times, offering hope and encouragement amidst persecution.

Living It Out Today

Today, this verse can remind us that our future with God is meticulously planned and designed for our benefit, just like a builder carefully measures before constructing a home.

Topics

• faith
• hope
• salvation
• eternal life
• God's plan
• divine measurement

Related Verses

• Ezekiel 40:3
• Revelation 21:16
• Luke 12:7
• Matthew 6:29-30
• Hebrews 8:5

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is talking in Revelation 21:15?

The speaker is likely the angel or a heavenly figure that is showing John, the Apostle, this vision of God’s new city.

What does the golden reed symbolize?

The golden reed represents precision and divine measurement. It shows how carefully planned the new city is by God for His people.

How can this verse encourage believers today?

This verse encourages believers by showing that God has a detailed plan for our future eternal life, reflecting care and consideration in every aspect of our existence with Him.

What are some related verses to Revelation 21:15?

Cross-references include Ezekiel 40:3 (measuring the temple), Luke 12:7 (preciousness of God's creation), and Hebrews 8:5 (the importance of divine patterns).