Revelation 20:3

Arabic 2018 (الترجمة الكاثوليكيّة (اليسوعيّة))

وأَلْقاه في الهاوِيَة، ثُمَّ أَقفَلَ علَيه وخَتَم، لِئَلاَّ يُضِلَّ الأُمَم، حتَّى تَنقَضِيَ أَلفُ السَّنَة، ولا بُدَّ لَه بَعدَ ذٰلك مِن أَن يُطلَقَ قَليلاً مِنَ الوَقْت.

ما معنى هذا؟

This verse talks about the devil being locked away in a deep pit for a thousand years so he can't trick people anymore. It also says that after this time, he will be free again for a short while.

شرح للأطفال

Imagine the devil as a naughty kid who gets put in a timeout room for a long time to stop him from bothering others. After his timeout is over, he's allowed out but only for a little bit.

السياق التاريخي

The Book of Revelation was written by John, likely around AD 95, during the reign of Emperor Domitian. The audience was primarily Christian communities facing persecution and needed encouragement and hope in their struggles against evil forces.

التطبيق اليوم

In modern life, this verse reminds us that there will be times when harmful influences are subdued or absent, but we should remain vigilant as they can return unexpectedly. It encourages constant spiritual preparedness.

المواضيع

• Satan
• Judgment
• Hope
• Perseverance
• Spiritual Warfare
• Future Prophecy

آيات ذات صلة

• Genesis 3:1-5
• Matthew 25:41
• Ephesians 6:10-18
• Revelation 12:7-9
• Revelation 20:7-10

أسئلة شائعة

What does 'bottomless pit' mean?

'Bottomless pit' symbolizes an abyss where the devil is confined. It represents a place of isolation from influencing humanity.

Why is the devil sealed for 1000 years?

The thousand years represent a time when evil's influence is minimized, allowing God’s people to live in relative peace before final judgment.

How does this verse help believers today?

It reassures believers that there are periods when evil's influence is limited, but it also reminds them to stay alert and spiritually prepared.