Revelation 14:19

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

那天使就把镰刀扔在地上，收取了地上的葡萄，丢在 神忿怒的大酒榨中。

这是什么意思？

In this verse, an angel uses a sickle to gather the earth's vine and throws it into God's great winepress of wrath. This imagery represents judgment against those who have rebelled against God.

儿童解释

Imagine you're picking apples from a tree, but instead of eating them, you put them in a big bucket where they get squished really hard. That's kind of what this angel is doing with the bad people, showing that God isn't happy with their actions.

历史背景

Revelation was written by John around 95 AD to encourage Christians facing persecution under Roman rule. The book uses symbolic language and imagery common in apocalyptic literature to convey messages about judgment and salvation.

今日应用

In modern terms, this verse reminds us of the consequences of our actions. Just like how a farmer judges his crops by separating good from bad, God also separates those who follow Him from those who do not. This can be seen as a call to examine one's life choices and align them with God’s will.

主题

• judgment
• salvation
• wrath of God
• end times
• apocalypse
• vine imagery

相关经文

• Genesis 49:11
• Isaiah 63:2-6
• Matthew 20:1-16
• Romans 16:20
• Revelation 19:15

常见问题

What does it mean to gather the vine of the earth into a winepress?

This symbolizes God’s judgment against those who have rebelled, much like crushing grapes in a winepress to make juice but with negative consequences for those involved.

How is wrath related to salvation according to this verse?

Wrath here represents God's response to rebellion; it contrasts with salvation by showing the dire consequence of not accepting God’s grace and forgiveness.

What role does the angel play in Revelation 14:19?

The angel acts as an instrument of God, executing judgment through actions like using a sickle to gather and cast into the winepress.

Can you explain the symbolism behind the earth vine?

The 'earth vine' symbolizes humanity, particularly those who have strayed from following God’s path. It's used here to depict how all people are judged by their actions and choices.