So also, when you see these things happening, know that the kingdom of God is near.
Parallel translations
- WEB Even so you also, when you see these things happening, know that God’s Kingdom is near.
- KJV So likewise ye, when ye see these things come to pass, know ye that the kingdom of God is nigh at hand.
- NKJV So you also, when you see these things happening, know that the kingdom of God is near.
- NASB So you too, when you see these things happening, recognize that the kingdom of God is near.
- NLT In the same way, when you see all these things taking place, you can know that the Kingdom of God is near.
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Quick answer
Likewise, when these signs appear, God's Kingdom is near.
Overview
Jesus applies the parable: the foretold events signal the nearness of the Kingdom's full arrival. Believers are to interpret history in light of His word and live in expectancy. The certainty of the Kingdom's coming calls for watchful faith.
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Cross-references · 6
- Jas 5:9Do not complain about one another, brothers, so that you will not be judged. Look, the Judge is standing at the door!
- Heb 10:37For, “In just a little while, He who is coming will come and will not delay.
- 1 Pet 4:7The end of all things is near. Therefore be clear-minded and sober, so that you can pray.
- Luke 12:51–57Do you think that I have come to bring peace to the earth? No, I tell you, but division.
- Matt 3:2and saying, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near.”
- Matt 16:1–4Then the Pharisees and Sadducees came and tested Jesus by asking Him to show them a sign from heaven.
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