Acts 1:11

Russian RST Bible - 1900-1907 - Книги Священнаго Писанія Ветхаго и Новаго Завѣта въ русскомъ переводѣ съ параллельными мѣстами.

и сказали: мужи Галилейскіе! что́ вы стоите и смотрите на небо? Сей Іисусъ, вознесшійся отъ васъ на небо, пріидетъ такимъ же образомъ, какъ вы видѣли Его восходящимъ на небо.

Что это значит?

In Acts 1:11, the angels are speaking to the men from Galilee and tell them not to stare at heaven after Jesus ascended. They remind the disciples that just as they saw Jesus go up into heaven, he will also return in the same way.

Объяснение для детей

Imagine you're watching a plane take off and fly away. The angels are telling the men from Galilee it's time to stop staring at where Jesus went and start getting ready for when he comes back, just like that plane will land again someday.

Исторический контекст

The Book of Acts was written by Luke, likely around AD 60-70, for a broader audience. This verse occurs shortly after the Ascension of Christ, with a focus on the Galilean disciples who witnessed Jesus' ascension and were puzzled about his departure.

Применение сегодня

Today, this verse can remind us to be actively engaged in our faith journey rather than passively waiting for something to happen. It encourages us to live our lives in anticipation of Christ's return while serving others and spreading the Gospel message.

Темы

• salvation
• hope
• faith
• return of Christ
• ascension
• discipleship

Связанные стихи

• Matthew 24:30
• Revelation 1:7
• Luke 21:27
• Zechariah 12:10
• Acts 3:21

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Часто задаваемые вопросы

Why are the angels telling the disciples not to gaze at heaven?

The angels likely advised them this because it was time for the disciples to move forward with their mission of spreading the Gospel, rather than remaining in a state of wonderment.

What does 'this same Jesus' mean in Acts 1:11?

'This same Jesus' refers to the continuity between Christ's departure and His future return, emphasizing that it will be the same person who ascended into heaven who will come back.

How does this verse affect our understanding of Christ’s second coming?

It reinforces the belief in a literal return of Jesus in a visible manner, similar to His ascension, which helps believers prepare spiritually for that event.

What was Luke's purpose in including this detail about angels speaking?

Luke likely included this detail to underscore the divine confirmation and importance of Christ’s second coming, adding a supernatural element to emphasize its certainty.