Revelation 18:17
Thai Bible (TNCV) 2007 - New Contemporary Version (พระคริสตธรรมคัมภีร์ไทย ฉบับอมตธรรมร่วมสมัย)
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This verse describes how quickly the riches of a powerful city were lost in just one hour. It talks about people like shipmasters, sailors, and traders who stood far away from this event, watching helplessly. The key message is about the sudden downfall of wealth and power.
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Imagine you have a big pile of toys that you love very much. Suddenly, in just one hour, all your toys disappear! Everyone around—like your friends with toy trucks and toy boats—are surprised and stand far away watching this happen. This verse is like that but for grown-ups and their money.
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The Book of Revelation was written by John around the end of the first century AD to Christians who were facing persecution under Roman rule. The imagery here reflects a symbolic vision of judgment against an oppressive world power, possibly Rome itself, seen as wealthy and powerful but destined for downfall.
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Consider a modern corporation that suddenly collapses due to unforeseen market changes or scandals. Employees, suppliers, and traders who relied on this company might feel shocked and helpless, just like the shipmasters and sailors in the verse were standing afar observing their wealth vanish.