KJV ORIGINAL
And as they were afraid, and bowed down their faces to the earth, they said unto them, Why seek ye the living among the dead?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
The women were completely terrified and fell face-down on the ground. But the angels asked them, 'Why are you looking for someone who's alive in a place full of dead people?'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Stop looking for life in places where it can't be found.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of Luke, this verse takes place on the morning of Jesus' resurrection, shortly after the women who followed him arrived at the tomb to anoint his body. They found the tomb empty and were overcome with fear, prompting two angels in shining garments to appear and address them. This event highlights the transition from death to life, emphasizing the fulfillment of Jesus' prophecies about his resurrection.
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