Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the Son of man cometh.
So stay alert and ready, because you have no idea when Jesus is coming back, not the day, not even the hour.
Stay ready so you don't have to get ready.
📚 Historical Context
In the historical context, Jesus spoke this verse as part of His parable of the ten virgins in Matthew 25, which was delivered during His ministry around 30 AD to warn His disciples about the unpredictability of His second coming. This teaching occurred in the broader Olivet Discourse, where Jesus addressed end-times events on the Mount of Olives, drawing from Jewish cultural practices like weddings to emphasize spiritual readiness amid the tensions of Roman-occupied Judea. The emphasis on watchfulness reflected the uncertainty of life under oppression, urging believers to be prepared for God's kingdom.
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