Revelation 11:8
Spanish RVR 1909 (Más información sobre Biblia Reina Valera 1909)
¿Qué significa esto?
This verse describes how the bodies of two witnesses will lie in a street of a city that is spiritually compared to Sodom and Egypt, where Jesus was crucified. The speaker here is John in his vision.
Explicado para niños
Imagine two brave messengers whose stories were ignored by everyone. After they die, their bodies are left on the streets like when a toy car gets lost on the playground. This place is like an old city that wasn't very nice to people, just where Jesus was punished too.
Contexto histórico
The book of Revelation was written by John the Apostle around AD 95 while he was exiled on Patmos. The audience included Christians facing persecution from Roman authorities and false teachings. The cultural setting reflected a blend of Jewish apocalyptic imagery and early Christian symbols.
Aplicación para hoy
In today’s world, this verse reminds us of places where injustice happens and heroes are overlooked, like when whistleblowers speak the truth but face backlash or silence. It challenges us to stand up for justice despite the cost.