Revelation 6:10

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

И возопили они громкимъ голосомъ, говоря: доколѣ, Владыка Святый и Истинный, не судишь и не мстишь живущимъ на землѣ за кровь нашу?

Что это значит?

In this verse from Revelation, martyrs are crying out to God, asking how long He will allow their killers to go unpunished. They believe in the justice and truth of God.

Объяснение для детей

Imagine if your friend was treated unfairly at school and kept asking a trusted adult when things would be made right. That's like what these people are doing with God—they want justice for being hurt.

Исторический контекст

The book of Revelation was written by John, likely around 95 AD during the reign of Emperor Domitian. It was addressed to seven churches in Asia Minor facing persecution under Roman rule. The cultural setting included intense pressure to worship Roman gods and emperor, leading to Christian martyrdom.

Применение сегодня

Today, this verse can inspire people who feel wronged or see injustice to keep seeking justice through lawful means while trusting God's ultimate judgment. For example, a community fighting for environmental justice might draw strength from the martyrs' trust in divine justice.

Темы

• justice
• perseverance
• hope
• martyrdom
• vengeance
• divine intervention

Связанные стихи

• Genesis 4:10
• Psalm 79:10
• Matthew 23:35
• Acts 7:55-60
• Revelation 18:24

Часто задаваемые вопросы

Who are 'they' in Revelation 6:10?

'They' refers to martyrs, people who have died for their faith. They are asking God about when He will judge and avenge those who caused them harm.

Why do the martyrs want vengeance?

The martyrs want justice because they believe in God's righteousness and truth. Seeking vengeance here means wanting God to right the wrongs done against them through His divine judgment.

How does this relate to today's world?

In contemporary contexts, this verse can inspire people facing injustice or persecution to trust that justice will be served in God’s timing and to seek justice through lawful means while enduring suffering.

What lesson can we learn from Revelation 6:10?

The key lesson is the importance of patience during times of suffering, trusting in God's ultimate justice and His plan for vengeance rather than seeking it ourselves.