The Abomination of Desolation (MRK 13:14-23)

[13:14] “But when you see the abomination of desolation standing where he ought not to be (let the reader understand), then let those who are in Judea flee to the mountains.

[13:15] Let the one who is on the housetop not go down, nor enter his house, to take anything out,

[13:16] and let the one who is in the field not turn back to take his cloak.

[13:17] And alas for women who are pregnant and for those who are nursing infants in those days!

[13:18] Pray that it may not happen in winter.

[13:19] For in those days there will be such tribulation as has not been from the beginning of the creation that God created until now, and never will be.

[13:20] And if the Lord had not cut short the days, no human being would be saved. But for the sake of the elect, whom he chose, he shortened the days.

[13:21] And then if anyone says to you, ‘Look, here is the Christ!’ or ‘Look, there he is!’ do not believe it.

[13:22] For false christs and false prophets will arise and perform signs and wonders, to lead astray, if possible, the elect.

[13:23] But be on guard; I have told you all things beforehand.