Tswana 1993 (Lefoko: La Botshelo Kgolagano e Ntsha)
mme mo malatsing a mararo le sephatlo mebele ya bone e tlaa bewa mo pepeneneng mo mebileng ya Jerusalema (motse o o bolelwang sentle jaaka “Sodoma” kgotsa “Egepeto”), lefelo tota le Morena wa bone o bapoletsweng mo go lone. Ga go na ope yo o tlaa letlelelwang go ba fitlha, mme batho ba ba tswang mo merafeng e le mentsi ba tlaa phuthega go tla go ba bona.
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes how the bodies of two witnesses will lie in a street of a city that is spiritually compared to Sodom and Egypt, where Jesus was crucified. The speaker here is John in his vision.
Explained for Children
Imagine two brave messengers whose stories were ignored by everyone. After they die, their bodies are left on the streets like when a toy car gets lost on the playground. This place is like an old city that wasn't very nice to people, just where Jesus was punished too.
Historical Background
The book of Revelation was written by John the Apostle around AD 95 while he was exiled on Patmos. The audience included Christians facing persecution from Roman authorities and false teachings. The cultural setting reflected a blend of Jewish apocalyptic imagery and early Christian symbols.
Living It Out Today
In today’s world, this verse reminds us of places where injustice happens and heroes are overlooked, like when whistleblowers speak the truth but face backlash or silence. It challenges us to stand up for justice despite the cost.