Revelation 18:15 nasb — "The merchants of these things, who became rich from her, will stand at a distance because of the fear of her torment,…

NASB

""The merchants of these things, who became rich from her, will stand at a distance because of the fear of her torment, weeping and mourning,"

— Revelation 18:15, NASB

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Revelation 18 — Context

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cargoes of gold and silver and precious stones and pearls and fine linen and purple and silk and scarlet, and every kind of citron wood and every article of ivory and every article made from very costly wood and bronze and iron and marble,

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and cinnamon and spice and incense and perfume and frankincense and wine and olive oil and fine flour and wheat and cattle and sheep, and cargoes of horses and chariots and slaves and human lives.

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"The fruit you long for has gone from you, and all things that were luxurious and splendid have passed away from you and men will no longer find them.

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"The merchants of these things, who became rich from her, will stand at a distance because of the fear of her torment, weeping and mourning,

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saying, 'Woe, woe, the great city, she who was clothed in fine linen and purple and scarlet, and adorned with gold and precious stones and pearls;

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for in one hour such great wealth has been laid waste!' And every shipmaster and every passenger and sailor, and as many as make their living by the sea, stood at a distance,

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and were crying out as they saw the smoke of her burning, saying, 'What city is like the great city?'

Revelation 18:15 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Revelation 18:15 say?
Revelation 18:15 in the NASB reads: “"The merchants of these things, who became rich from her, will stand at a distance because of the fear of her torment, weeping and mourning,”
Where is Revelation 18:15 in the Bible?
Revelation 18:15 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Revelation, chapter 18, verse 15.
Who wrote Revelation?
Revelation is traditionally attributed to John (traditionally John the Apostle, exiled on Patmos). It was written c. AD 95.
What is the book of Revelation about?
Revelation is the unveiling of Jesus Christ — risen, reigning, returning. Through vivid, symbolic visions it shows the church's suffering, Christ's victory, the judgment of evil, and the new heavens and new earth where God dwells with his people forever. The Bible's grand finale.
What are the major themes of Revelation?
Revelation explores themes including Christ Victorious, Judgment, Worship, Endurance, New Creation. These themes shape the meaning and context of Revelation 18:15.
What translation should I read Revelation 18:15 in?
Revelation 18:15 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Revelation 18:15?
Revelation 18:15 reads (NASB): “"The merchants of these things, who became rich from her, will stand at a distance because of the fear of her torment, weeping and mourning,” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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