Revelation 6:13 web — The stars of the sky fell to the earth, like a fig tree dropping its unripe figs when it is shaken by a great wind.

World English Bible

"The stars of the sky fell to the earth, like a fig tree dropping its unripe figs when it is shaken by a great wind."

— Revelation 6:13, World English Bible

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Revelation 6 — Context

10

They cried with a loud voice, saying, "How long, Master, the holy and true, until you judge and avenge our blood on those who dwell on the earth?"

11

A long white robe was given to each of them. They were told that they should rest yet for a while, until their fellow servants and their brothers, who would also be killed even as they were, should complete their course.

12

I saw when he opened the sixth seal, and there was a great earthquake. The sun became black as sackcloth made of hair, and the whole moon became as blood.

13

The stars of the sky fell to the earth, like a fig tree dropping its unripe figs when it is shaken by a great wind.

14

The sky was removed like a scroll when it is rolled up. Every mountain and island were moved out of their places.

15

The kings of the earth, the princes, the commanding officers, the rich, the strong, and every slave and free person, hid themselves in the caves and in the rocks of the mountains.

16

They told the mountains and the rocks, "Fall on us, and hide us from the face of him who sits on the throne, and from the wrath of the Lamb,

Revelation 6:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Revelation 6:13 say?
Revelation 6:13 in the World English Bible reads: “The stars of the sky fell to the earth, like a fig tree dropping its unripe figs when it is shaken by a great wind.”
Where is Revelation 6:13 in the Bible?
Revelation 6:13 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Revelation, chapter 6, verse 13.
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 6:13.
What translation should I read Revelation 6:13 in?
Revelation 6:13 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 6:13?
Revelation 6:13 reads (WEB): “The stars of the sky fell to the earth, like a fig tree dropping its unripe figs when it is shaken by a great wind.” 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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