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NASB | Matthew 25:1 "Then the kingdom of heaven will be comparable to ten virgins, who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Matthew 25:1 "Then the kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins, who took their lamps and went to meet the bridegroom. |
Bible Question:
Why this text tell us about 10 virgins? Why not only one? Does it means that in the time of Jesus was allowed to marrie up to ten girls or more? This is an extrange analogy. Austin |
Bible Answer: Greetings Austin, The parable of the Ten Virgins in Matthew 25:1-13 is a story that clearly teaches watchfulness (v. 13)- in that only those who are prepared for His coming will enter the kingdom of heaven. This parable does not teach polygamy and cannot be used to support polygamy. The ten virgins represent ten bridesmaids, who were responsible for preparing the bride to meet the bridegroom. Therefore, the groom would not be marrying all ten virgins at once, but only the bride. In this way, the virgins could be seen as a representation of the nation of Israel, and the groom, Christ. The point is: be prepared for the coming of Christ! Blessings to you, Makarios |