KJV ORIGINAL
The four and twenty elders fall down before him that sat on the throne, and worship him that liveth for ever and ever, and cast their crowns before the throne, saying,
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
The twenty-four elders drop to their knees in front of the one sitting on the throne, worshipping the one who lives forever and always. They take off their crowns and throw them down in front of the throne, saying,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Even those with crowns throw them down when they see who really deserves the glory.
📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?
The book of Revelation was written by John to seven churches in Asia Minor during the late first century CE. It aimed to encourage Christians enduring persecution and to reveal a vision of God's ultimate triumph.
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