Psalms 17:10

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

أغلَقُوا قُلُوبَهُمْ عَنِ الشَّفَقَةِ! فَمُهُمْ يَنْطُقُ بِالكِبرِيَاءِ.

ما معنى هذا؟

This verse is part of a prayer where the writer is describing his enemies. He says they are arrogant and full of themselves, talking big and looking down on others. The key message is about the pride and self-centeredness of the enemies.

شرح للأطفال

Imagine a group of kids who think they're the coolest and best at everything. They brag all the time about how great they are, and they don't care about anyone else. That's what this verse is talking about, but it's talking about grown-ups who act like that.

السياق التاريخي

Psalms 17 was written by King David, likely when he was facing opposition or enemies. The audience would have been the people of Israel, and the cultural setting was a time of conflict and political intrigue.

التطبيق اليوم

In today’s context, this verse can be applied to situations where we face people who are overly confident and arrogant. For example, at work, a colleague might believe they are better than everyone else and talk down to others, thinking they know everything. It reminds us to stay humble and not to be like those people.

المواضيع

• pride
• humility
• prayer
• enemies
• arrogance
• self-confidence

آيات ذات صلة

• Proverbs 28:11
• Romans 12:3
• Psalm 10:2
• 1 Peter 5:5
• Luke 14:11

أسئلة شائعة

What does it mean to be 'inclosed in their own fat'?

It means that the people are so self-centered and proud that they are isolated and disconnected from others, much like being surrounded by their own excess.

How does this verse connect with the theme of pride?

The verse describes people who are arrogant and boastful, which is a clear manifestation of pride. It highlights the dangers and effects of pride on one’s character and relationships.

Can you give an example of how this verse might be used in a sermon?

A sermon might use this verse to discuss the importance of humility and the dangers of arrogance, using examples from everyday life or historical events to illustrate these points.

What does this verse teach about dealing with enemies?

The verse teaches that facing enemies who are arrogant and boastful can be challenging. It suggests that one should remain humble and pray for guidance and strength, rather than mirroring their arrogance.