Verse Comparison: Luke 21:20
American Standard Version
But when ye see Jerusalem compassed with armies, then know that her desolation is at hand.
Amplified® Bible
But when you see Jerusalem surrounded by armies, then know {and} understand that its desolation has come near.
Contemporary English Version
When you see Jerusalem surrounded by soldiers, you will know that it will soon be destroyed.
Darby English Version
But when ye see Jerusalem encompassed with armies, then know that its desolation is drawn nigh.
Good News Bible
"When you see Jerusalem surrounded by armies, then you will know that it will soon be destroyed.
International Standard Version
"When you see Jerusalem surrounded by armies, then understand that its devastation is near.
King James Version
And when ye shall see Jerusalem compassed with armies, then know that the desolation thereof is nigh.
New American Standard Bible
"But when you see Jerusalem surrounded by armies, then recognize that her desolation is near.
New International Version
"When you see Jerusalem being surrounded by armies, you will know that its desolation is near.
New King James Version
"But when you see Jerusalem surrounded by armies, then know that its desolation is near.
N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
"But when you see Jerusalem surrounded by armies, then recognize that her desolation has come near.
Young's Literal Translation
`And when ye may see Jerusalem surrounded by encampments, then know that come nigh did her desolation;