Luke 21:31
“So likewise ye, when ye see these things come to pass, know ye that the kingdom of God is nigh at hand.”
Luke 21:31 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- So likewise ye, when ye see these things come to pass, know ye that the kingdom of God is nigh at hand.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- So you also, when you shall see these things come to pass, know that the kingdom of God is at hand.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- Even so ye also, when ye see these things coming to pass, know ye that the kingdom of God is nigh.
- DARBYDarby
- So also ye, when ye see these things take place, know that the kingdom of God is near.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- Even so you also, when you see these things happening, know that the Kingdom of God is near.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- so also ye, when ye may see these things happening, ye know that near is the reign of God;
- BPVBiblePics Version
- "So also, when you see these things happening, you know that the kingdom of God is near."
Context: Luke 21
29And he spake to them a parable; Behold the fig tree, and all the trees;
30When they now shoot forth, ye see and know of your own selves that summer is now nigh at hand.
31So likewise ye, when ye see these things come to pass, know ye that the kingdom of God is nigh at hand.
32Verily I say unto you, This generation shall not pass away, till all be fulfilled.
33Heaven and earth shall pass away: but my words shall not pass away.
About Luke 21: The Prediction of the Destruction of the Temple
Jesus predicts the destruction of the temple and the end of the world. He advises to be ready for the coming of the Son of Man.
Commentary
Luke 21 is a chapter that speaks to the power of faith and the importance of being prepared for the coming of the Lord. In this chapter, Jesus speaks to his disciples about the signs of the end times and the need to be prepared for the coming of the Lord. He warns them of the coming destruction and the need to be ready for it. He also speaks of the need to be faithful and to trust in God, even in the midst of difficult times.