Sundanese Bible (Sunda) - KITAB SUCI (LAISUN) 1991
Geus kitu kaula nenjo aya tahta-tahta, anu nyaralikanana dibarere kawasa mutus hukum. Salian ti eta nenjo aya nyawa-nyawa jelema anu maraotna diteukteuk beuheung lantaran nyebarkeun kayaktian anu dipertelakeun ku Yesus jeung nguarkeun sabda amanat Allah, teu nyarembah ka sato tea jeung kana arcana, jeung henteu marake tanda eta sato boh dina tarang boh dina leungeun. Maranehna geus harirup deui sarta jaradi raja jeung Kristus, sarebu taun pililaeunana.
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.