Yawˇ hui lehˬ, a shu yawˇ ve oˉ kʼoˍ hta‸ je‸ meu-e hkaˆ pfuhˍ leh kuˬ hawˬ paˆ hawˬ ve yoˬ. Yawˇ hui kuˬ leh kʼoˆ ve, Awˬ meh uiˍ ve venˇ lehˬ, gʼa dawˇ haˍ jaˇ, gʼa dawˇ haˍ jaˇ ve yoˬ. Venˇ oˇ ve awˬ hkʼaw lo mawˇ jeˬ cawˬ maˇ jaˇ ve pa taw, laˇ tsuhˇ gʼuiˬ awˬ hkʼaw ve haw lo‸ kʼoˍ awˬ shehˍ hpaˇ hkʼa peu-eˬ paw sha la ve yoˬ. Teˇ naˍ riˍ ceh tiˉ awˬ hkʼaw lo venˇ oˇ ve luˬ kʼai peuˬ law leˇ.
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes people mourning over the fall of a great city that had made many rich through its trade. The speakers are those who benefited from the city's wealth, and they express their sorrow at how quickly it has been destroyed.
Explained for Children
Imagine if your favorite toy store closed down suddenly because something bad happened. You might feel sad and cry because you can't buy toys there anymore. That’s like what these people are feeling about a big city that used to make them rich by selling lots of things.
Historical Background
The Book of Revelation was written by John, likely around the late first century CE during the reign of Emperor Domitian. It is addressed primarily to Christian communities facing persecution and hardship, reflecting on the eventual downfall of oppressive powers like Rome.
Living It Out Today
Today, imagine a major corporation that suddenly collapses due to unethical practices. Stakeholders who relied on its success might feel devastated by this sudden change, much as those described in Revelation felt over the city's swift destruction.
This is an ancient way to express grief and mourning. People would throw dirt or ashes on themselves as a sign they were in deep sorrow.
Why are they crying over the city’s destruction?
They cry because this city was once very rich, making many people prosperous through trade. Its sudden downfall means their source of wealth is gone.
What does it mean that 'in one hour' she is made desolate?
This phrase emphasizes the swift and unexpected nature of her destruction, indicating a powerful judgment or divine action against the city.
How does this relate to modern businesses?
It serves as a reminder that even successful businesses can fall quickly due to corruption or other factors, emphasizing the need for ethical practices and preparedness.