Rev 14:14-16 | Clarke | STEP | Verse 14 A white cloud - It is supposed that, from this verse to the end of the chapter, the destruction of Rome is represented under the symbols of harvest and vintage; images very frequent among the ancient prophets, by which they represented the destruction and excision of nations. See ; ; ; and . A golden crown

‏ Revelation of John 14:14-16

Verse 14

A white cloud - It is supposed that, from this verse to the end of the chapter, the destruction of Rome is represented under the symbols of harvest and vintage; images very frequent among the ancient prophets, by which they represented the destruction and excision of nations. See Joe 3:12-14; Isa 17:5; Isa 63:1; and Mat 13:37.

A golden crown - In token of victory and regal power. Verse 15

Thrust in thy sickle - Execute the judgments which God has decreed.

For the harvest of the earth is ripe - The cup of the people's iniquity is full. Verse 16

The earth was reaped - The judgments were executed. But where, or on whom, who can tell?