KJV ORIGINAL
And the shapes of the locusts were like unto horses prepared unto battle; and on their heads were as it were crowns like gold, and their faces were as the faces of men.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
These locusts looked like war horses ready for battle, with what seemed like golden crowns on their heads and human-like faces.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Even the most terrifying visions have purpose in God's plan.
📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?
The Book of Revelation was written by John to seven churches in Asia Minor around the late 1st century CE. It was written to encourage Christians enduring persecution under the Roman Empire and to call them to faithfulness amidst imperial demands.
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