Revelation 18:19 — Baoule (Nyanmien nde Ufle) 1974
Bé tô ndutré'n gua bé ti'n su, bé sun, bé bô auyé, bé sé ke: ?Ééé, nzu sa yele nga? ?Nzu sa yele nga? Klo dan nga bo bé kwlaa nga bé le mméli dyénvié'n su'n bé nyan bé wun i anyanbéun'n ti'n, do kunngba su wa katyi ke aawle sa!
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes people mourning over the fall of a great city that made many rich because of its wealth and trade. They are shocked by how quickly it was destroyed.
Explained for Children
Imagine if your favorite toy store suddenly disappeared overnight, leaving everyone who earned money from it in sadness. That's what this verse is about, but with a big, important city instead of a toy store.
Historical Background
The Book of Revelation was written by John the Apostle around 96 AD to seven churches in Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey). It describes events leading up to the end times and symbolizes conflicts between good and evil.
Living It Out Today
When a major corporation that employs many people suddenly collapses, those affected may feel the same sense of loss as described here. This can teach us about the fleeting nature of wealth and the importance of resilience in facing sudden change.
