And I saw an angel standing in the sun; and he cried with a loud voice, saying to all the fowls that fly in the midst of heaven, Come and gather yourselves together unto the supper of the great God;
Then I saw an angel standing right in the sun, and he shouted at the top of his lungs to all the birds flying around in the sky: 'Come here! Come gather together for God's massive feast!'
Even the birds get an invitation when God throws the ultimate gathering.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Revelation, written by the Apostle John during his exile on the island of Patmos amid Roman persecution around AD 95, this verse is part of a visionary sequence depicting the final battle and God's ultimate judgment on evil forces. The angel's call to birds symbolizes a divine feast on the defeated enemies, drawing from Old Testament imagery in passages like Ezekiel 39, to emphasize the certainty of God's victory over wickedness. This apocalyptic language was meant to encourage early Christians enduring suffering by assuring them of God's sovereign justice.
Explore Similar Verses
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.