Luke 21:20

Updated: June 3, 2025
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“But when you see Jerusalem surrounded by armies, then know that its desolation is at hand.
World English Bible (WEB)
And{G1161} when{G3752} ye shall see{G1492}{(G5632)} Jerusalem{G2419} compassed{G2944}{(G5746)} with{G5259} armies{G4760}, then{G5119} know{G1097}{(G5628)} that{G3754} the desolation{G2050} thereof{G846} is nigh{G1448}{(G5758)}.
KJV with Strongs
(20) But when you see Yerushalayim (Foundation of Peace) encircled by host-armies, at that time know that her devastation is near.
The F.O.G
"When you see Jerusalem surrounded by armies, you'll know its devastation is near.
The F.O.G Paraphrase
‘And when ye may see Jerusalem surrounded by encampments, then know that come nigh did her desolation;
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

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