16. And let him who is in the field not turn back again to get his mantle (cloak).
17. And alas for those who are pregnant and for those who have nursing babies in those days!
18. Pray that it may not occur in winter,
19. For at that time there will be such affliction (oppression and tribulation) as has not been from the beginning of the creation which God created until this particular time–and positively never will be [again].
20. And unless the Lord had shortened the days, no human being would be saved (rescued); but for the sake of the elect, His chosen ones (those whom He picked out for Himself), He has shortened the days. [Dan. 12:1.]
21. And then if anyone says to you, See, here is the Christ (the Messiah)! or, Look, there He is! do not believe it.