Daniel Whedon 15. Beginning with kings, and courtiers, and millionaires, and descending through all ranks, even to the slaves, our seer pictures the terror of all the profane race. His crown cannot save the king or emperor; the profane great men, whether railway kings, or statesmen, or philosophers, or literati, alike tremble. Rich men Whether profane merchant princes, or bank presidents, or stock gamblers, are unable to buy salvation at any price. Chief captains Profane military conquerors, great... read more
Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - Revelation 6:15
15. Beginning with kings, and courtiers, and millionaires, and descending through all ranks, even to the slaves, our seer pictures the terror of all the profane race. His crown cannot save the king or emperor; the profane great men, whether railway kings, or statesmen, or philosophers, or literati, alike tremble. Rich men Whether profane merchant princes, or bank presidents, or stock gamblers, are unable to buy salvation at any price. Chief captains Profane military conquerors, great... read more