Revelation 3:16 web — So, because you are lukewarm, and neither hot nor cold, I will vomit you out of my mouth.

World English Bible

"So, because you are lukewarm, and neither hot nor cold, I will vomit you out of my mouth."

— Revelation 3:16, World English Bible

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Revelation 3 — Context

13

He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the assemblies.

14

"To the angel of the assembly in Laodicea write: "The Amen, the Faithful and True Witness, the Head of God's creation, says these things:

15

"I know your works, that you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were cold or hot.

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So, because you are lukewarm, and neither hot nor cold, I will vomit you out of my mouth.

17

Because you say, 'I am rich, and have gotten riches, and have need of nothing;' and don't know that you are the wretched one, miserable, poor, blind, and naked;

18

I counsel you to buy from me gold refined by fire, that you may become rich; and white garments, that you may clothe yourself, and that the shame of your nakedness may not be revealed; and eye salve to anoint your eyes, that you may see.

19

As many as I love, I reprove and chasten. Be zealous therefore, and repent.

Revelation 3:16 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Revelation 3:16 say?
Revelation 3:16 in the World English Bible reads: “So, because you are lukewarm, and neither hot nor cold, I will vomit you out of my mouth.”
Where is Revelation 3:16 in the Bible?
Revelation 3:16 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Revelation, chapter 3, verse 16.
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 3:16.
What translation should I read Revelation 3:16 in?
Revelation 3:16 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 3:16?
Revelation 3:16 reads (WEB): “So, because you are lukewarm, and neither hot nor cold, I will vomit you out of my mouth.” 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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