Revelation 14:15

Chinese Simplified CUNPSS Script Union (新标点和合本, 神版)

又有一位天使从殿中出来，向那坐在云上的大声喊着说：「伸出你的镰刀来收割；因为收割的时候已经到了，地上的庄稼已经熟透了。」

这是什么意思？

An angel speaks to someone sitting on a cloud, telling them that it's time to harvest because the earth's crops are ready. The speaker is an angel from the temple, and the message is about taking action at the right moment.

儿童解释

Imagine you have a garden, and when your vegetables or fruits are ripe, you need to pick them up before they go bad. This verse is like that, but for something bigger, where God tells someone it's time to act because everything is ready.

历史背景

This verse was written by John the Apostle around 96 AD while he was in exile on the island of Patmos. The audience was primarily early Christian communities facing persecution and uncertainty. It reflects their hope for divine intervention at a crucial moment.

今日应用

In modern terms, this could apply to someone who has been preparing for an important event or decision. For example, if you've been studying hard for exams, it's like the angel telling you that now is the time to do your best and reap the benefits of all your efforts.

主题

• prophesy
• harvest
• divine intervention
• time of action
• preparation
• reaping rewards

相关经文

• Matthew 9:37-38
• Luke 10:2
• Revelation 6:13
• Ezekiel 9:5-6
• Isaiah 17:5

常见问题

Who is sitting on the cloud in Revelation 14:15?

The figure on the cloud is typically interpreted as Christ, acting under divine instruction to bring about a judgment or harvest.

What does it mean when it says 'the time has come'?

It signifies that the moment for action is now ripe and immediate. It's not just readiness but also the perfect timing for execution of God’s plan.

How should Christians interpret this verse in their daily lives?

Christians can take from this verse a lesson about being prepared and ready when God calls, ensuring they are spiritually ready to act at any moment.

What does 'harvest' symbolize in Revelation 14:15?

Harvest often symbolizes the culmination of a long period of growth or preparation. In this context, it could refer to both judgment and salvation, where souls are reaped for God’s kingdom.