Translation
But woe to you who are rich, for you are receiving your comfort.
Go to footnote numberParaphrase
But calamity is coming on you who are rich because you are receiving right now all the encouragement you’re going to get.
Footnotes
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This is the same word that is used of the Holy Spirit when he is called our “comforter.” He is the one who is called to come along side us and give us encouragement and comfort.