لئلا تشمخ شجرة ما مغروسة على المياه لاَرتفاع قامتها، ولا تطاول بهامتها الغيوم، ولكي لا تبلغ أية شجرة ترويها المياه مثل هذا العلو، لأنها جميعها مآلها الموت، حيث تمضي إلى الأرض السفلى بين الفانين من بني آدم، مع الهابطين إلى الهاوية.
ما معنى هذا؟
Ezekiel 31:14 says that God will humble all proud trees by the water, showing that no one can be arrogant. God is speaking, warning that pride leads to downfall, and everyone will face death.
شرح للأطفال
Imagine a forest where tall trees think they're better than the others. God says that even these tall trees will be brought down, just like everyone else. It's like saying no one is too big to be humble.
السياق التاريخي
Ezekiel wrote this around 591 BCE while in exile in Babylon. The message was directed to the people of Israel and the surrounding nations, warning against pride and reminding of God's sovereignty.
التطبيق اليوم
In today's world, this verse can remind business leaders not to become arrogant with their success. Just like the trees, they too will face challenges and need to stay humble.