Deuteronomy 11:26

Arabic 2018 (الترجمة الكاثوليكيّة (اليسوعيّة))

أُنظُرْ: إِنِّي جاعِلٌ أَمامَكمُ اليَومَ بَرَكةً ولَعنَة:

ما معنى هذا؟

In this verse, Moses tells the people that they face a choice between a blessing and a curse. He is setting before them the consequences of their actions, offering them the opportunity to choose wisely.

شرح للأطفال

Imagine you have a choice between ice cream or broccoli. Moses is saying that you have a choice between something really good (the blessing) or something not so good (the curse). It's up to you to decide which you want.

السياق التاريخي

This verse is from the book of Deuteronomy, written by Moses around 1400 BC. He is addressing the Israelites before they enter the Promised Land, reminding them of the laws and the consequences of following or disobeying God.

التطبيق اليوم

In modern life, you can apply this verse to making choices at work or school. By choosing to work hard and follow the rules, you set yourself up for success (the blessing). Conversely, not putting in effort can lead to failure (the curse).

المواضيع

• choices
• consequences
• obedience
• wisdom
• God's promises
• moral decision-making

آيات ذات صلة

• Deuteronomy 28:1-2
• Joshua 22:3
• Joshua 24:15
• Romans 6:23
• James 1:12

أسئلة شائعة

Who wrote Deuteronomy 11:26?

Moses wrote Deuteronomy 11:26 as part of his farewell address to the Israelites.

What does it mean to be 'set before' a blessing and a curse?

Being 'set before' means that the choice is clear and presented to the people, allowing them to see and understand the options and consequences clearly.

How does this verse apply to personal decision-making?

It reminds us that our choices have consequences. By choosing to follow God's guidance, we align ourselves with blessings, and straying from that path can lead to curses.

Are there specific blessings and curses mentioned in the Bible?

Yes, in Deuteronomy 28, Moses lists specific blessings for obedience and curses for disobedience, giving concrete examples of what 'set before' means.