Revelation 17:16

German (Die Heilige Schrift (Schlachter 1951))

Und die zehn Hörner, die du gesehen hast, und das Tier, diese werden die Hure hassen und sie einsam machen und nackt und ihr Fleisch verzehren und sie mit Feuer verbrennen.

Was bedeutet das?

This verse describes the ten horns on a beast that will despise and destroy a 'whore.' It means they will strip her of her power, possessions, and influence, ultimately leading to her downfall.

Für Kinder erklärt

Imagine you have a toy that everyone loves. One day, some kids decide this toy isn't cool anymore. They take it apart, throw away the pieces, and burn what's left. That’s like what’s happening here, but with big ideas instead of toys.

Historischer Hintergrund

The Book of Revelation was written by John around 96 AD to encourage Christians facing persecution under Emperor Domitian. The symbolic language reflects a culture influenced by apocalyptic literature, predicting the end times and God's ultimate victory.

Anwendung für heute

In modern terms, this can be seen as leaders or groups abandoning someone who once had their support. Think of a political figure losing backing from influential allies due to corruption or mismanagement.

Themen

• apocalypse
• power dynamics
• judgment
• end times
• corruption
• desolation

Verwandte Verse

• Daniel 7:24
• Revelation 13:1
• Genesis 19:24-25
• Jeremiah 50:38
• Ezekiel 16:37

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Häufige Fragen

What does 'whore' symbolize in this context?

'Whore' often symbolizes a city or system that has betrayed God's principles, leading to her downfall as described here.

Who are the ten horns mentioned?

The ten horns represent political powers or leaders who will act against the 'whore,' stripping her of her influence and ultimately destroying her.

How does this relate to current world events?

This can be seen in situations where a once-powerful figure loses their support base due to corruption, leading to their downfall similar to how the 'whore' is destroyed here.

What does burning with fire signify?

Burning with fire symbolizes complete destruction and purification, indicating that nothing remains of what was once powerful or influential.