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Revelation 6:17

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
For the great day of his wrath is come; and who shall be able to stand?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

The day of God's judgment has finally arrived, and honestly? No one can handle what's coming.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

When God's had enough, there's nowhere to hide.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of Revelation, written by the apostle John while exiled on the island of Patmos around 95 AD during Roman persecution, this verse is part of a vision depicting the opening of the sixth seal, which unleashes cosmic chaos and signals the arrival of God's final judgment. It draws from Old Testament prophetic language, such as in Joel and Zephaniah, to warn of divine wrath against sin and unfaithfulness. This imagery encouraged early Christians to remain steadfast amid trials, assuring them that God's justice would prevail.

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