And the third angel poured out his vial upon the rivers and fountains of waters; and they became blood.
Then the third angel poured out his bowl on all the rivers and springs, and every drop of water turned to blood.
When heaven moves, even the water supply isn't safe.
📚 Historical Context
The Book of Revelation was written by the Apostle John during his exile on the island of Patmos around 95 AD, amid intense persecution of Christians under Roman Emperor Domitian. This verse is part of the vision of the seven bowls of God's wrath, which depict a series of divine judgments on the earth as a response to human rebellion and idolatry. It draws from Old Testament imagery, such as the plagues in Egypt, to illustrate the third angel's bowl turning waters into blood as a symbol of widespread judgment and the corruption of life-sustaining resources.
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