Revelation 1:7
“Behold, he is coming with the clouds, and every eye will see him, including those who pierced him. All the tribes of the earth will mourn over him. Even so, Amen.”
What does Revelation 1:7 mean?
This passage speaks of Jesus's return as a visible, undeniable event that will affect every person on earth. The image of coming "with the clouds" echoes Old Testament descriptions of God's presence and glory, making this a statement about Christ's divine power and authority. "Those who pierced him" refers both literally to those involved in his crucifixion and more broadly to all who have rejected him, suggesting that at his return, everyone, whether believer or skeptic, will recognize who he truly is. The mourning that follows isn't celebration but recognition of judgment and loss, especially for those who refused to follow him during their earthly lives.