Revelation 18:16 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And saying, Alas, alas, that great city, that was clothed in fine linen, and purple, and scarlet, and decked with gold, and precious stones, and pearls!

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

They're crying out, 'Oh no, oh no! That incredible city that was dressed in the finest clothes — pure linen, royal purple, deep red — absolutely covered in gold, precious gems, and pearls!'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Even the most glamorous, seemingly untouchable places can fall in an instant.

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