Luke 21:11 — Meaning and Application

King James Version

“And great earthquakes shall be in divers places, and famines, and pestilences; and fearful sights and great signs shall there be from heaven.”

Luke 21:11

bookmark_border Save Verse

menu_book Verse in Context

Understanding the surrounding verses prevents misinterpretation:

But when ye shall hear of wars and commotions, be not terrified: for these things must first come to pass; but the end {is} not by and by.

Then said he unto them, Nation shall rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom:

And great earthquakes shall be in divers places, and famines, and pestilences; and fearful sights and great signs shall there be from heaven.

But before all these, they shall lay their hands on you, and persecute {you}, delivering {you} up to the synagogues, and into prisons, being brought before kings and rulers for my name's sake.

And it shall turn to you for a testimony.

Get Personalized Biblical Guidance

Save your favorite verses, get AI-powered insights tailored to your life, and discover related scripture for your spiritual journey.

person_add Create Free Account library_books Explore Topics

From This Chapter

Luke 21:1

"And he looked up, and saw the rich men casting their gifts into the treasury."

Luke 21:2

"And he saw also a certain poor widow casting in thither two mites."

Luke 21:3

"And he said, Of a truth I say unto you, that this poor widow hath cast in more than they all:"

Luke 21:4

"For all these have of their abundance cast in unto the offerings of God: but she of her penury hath cast in all the living that she had."

Luke 21:5

"And as some spake of the temple, how it was adorned with goodly stones and gifts, he said,"

Luke 21:6

"{As for} these things which ye behold, the days will come, in the which there shall not be left one stone upon another, that shall not be thrown down."

Important Disclaimer: This biblical guidance is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you're experiencing crisis symptoms, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or seek immediate professional help.

Bible Guided provides faith-based guidance and should complement, not replace, professional therapeutic support.

shareShare Your Journey

menu_book Verse in Context

Get Personalized Biblical Guidance

From This Chapter