Revelation 16:11

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

又因所受的疼痛，和生的疮，就亵渎天上的 神，并不悔改所行的。

这是什么意思？

This verse describes people who suffer from pain and sores and instead of turning to God for help, they blame Him and refuse to change their ways. It highlights a lack of repentance even in the face of suffering.

儿童解释

Imagine if you got a really bad tummy ache because you ate too much candy, but instead of saying sorry for eating so much, you blamed your mom or dad and decided to keep eating more candy. That's kind of what this verse is talking about, but with grown-ups who don't turn to God when they're hurting.

历史背景

Revelation was written by the Apostle John around 96 AD while he was in exile on Patmos island. It was addressed to seven churches in Asia Minor, dealing with themes of persecution and end-times judgment from a cultural setting of Roman oppression.

今日应用

In modern times, this verse can apply when someone experiences hardship but instead of reflecting on their actions or seeking God’s help, they blame others or even God. For instance, an individual who loses their job due to misconduct may lash out at society rather than acknowledge personal faults and seek forgiveness.

主题

• repentance
• suffering
• judgment
• faith
• blame
• perseverance

相关经文

• Exodus 14:25
• Luke 16:30-31
• Romans 2:4-5
• Revelation 9:20-21
• Isaiah 1:5

常见问题

Why do the people in this verse not repent?

The verse shows that despite experiencing severe suffering, these individuals persist in their wicked ways and refuse to turn back to God, highlighting a deep-seated rebellion against divine guidance.

How does Revelation 16:11 relate to judgment day?

This verse is part of the judgments described in Revelation, indicating that on judgment day, people will still choose not to repent even when facing extreme suffering.

What can we learn about responding to hardships from this verse?

From this verse, we learn that a positive response to hardship includes repentance and turning towards God for help rather than blaming others or God Himself.

Are there examples in history where people acted like those described in Revelation 16:11?

Yes, throughout history, various societies have faced disasters but instead of seeking divine intervention or changing their ways, they often blamed external factors or even the gods themselves.