Te cˈu riˈ xinwil jujun jeˈlalaj tak tˈuyulibal. Chilaˈ cˈut e tˈuyul wi ri yoˈm takanic pa qui kˈab chukˈatic tzij. Xukujeˈ xinwil ri canimaˈ ri winak ri esam qui jolom rumal ru tzijoxic ru Lokˈ Pixab ri Dios ri xukˈalajisaj ri Jesús. Ri e areˈ man xquikˈijilaj tä ri xibibalalaj awaj. Man xquikˈijilaj tä ru wächbal, man xquiya tä cˈu quib chi coc ri retal ri areˈ chucrusil ri qui palaj o che ri qui kˈab. Xinwilo chi xecˈastaj chquixol ri cäminakib, xetakan cˈut junam rucˈ ri Cristo pa ri mil junab.
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes a vision where people who died for their faith in Jesus are given thrones and reign with Christ for a thousand years. It emphasizes the reward for those who remained faithful and did not worship false gods.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're playing a game where being loyal to your team gets you special rewards, like getting to sit on a throne and lead the team for a really long time. That's what this verse is about - people who were brave in their faith got a big reward!
Historical Background
The book of Revelation was written by John, one of Jesus' disciples, around 96 AD. It was addressed to seven churches in Asia Minor and serves as an apocalyptic vision meant to encourage persecuted Christians.
Living It Out Today
In today's context, this verse can remind us that standing up for what we believe in, even when it's hard, can lead to great rewards. Think of someone who stays true to their beliefs at work or school despite peer pressure.