Luke 5:36

Arabic Bible Life (Targamet El Hayah) (LA)

وضرب لهم أيضا مثلا: «لا أحد ينتزع قطعة من ثوب جديد ليرقع بها ثوبا عتيقا، وإلا فإنه يمزق الجديد، والرقعة المأخوذة من الجديد لا توافق العتيق.

ما معنى هذا؟

In this verse from Luke, Jesus tells a parable about not putting new fabric on old clothes because it doesn't match and can tear the old garment. He's teaching that something new shouldn’t be mixed with something old.

شرح للأطفال

Imagine you have an old t-shirt and try to fix it by sewing in a piece from your favorite new shirt. It won't look right, and it might even make the old t-shirt rip more. Jesus is saying we should keep things that don’t match apart so they both stay good.

السياق التاريخي

This verse is written by Luke, who wrote his Gospel around 60-85 AD to a Greek-speaking audience. It was meant for both Jewish and Gentile Christians, reflecting the cultural shift within early Christianity from exclusively Jewish practices to incorporating gentiles into the faith community.

التطبيق اليوم

Think about starting a new job where you have to work with older methods or people who resist change. Introducing your innovative ideas might cause friction at first, but if done thoughtfully, it can lead to better outcomes for everyone involved.

المواضيع

• change
• tradition
• innovation
• integration
• new covenant
• old covenant

آيات ذات صلة

• Mark 2:21
• Matthew 9:16
• Isaiah 57:8-9
• Romans 6:6
• Ephesians 4:22

أسئلة شائعة

Why did Jesus use this analogy?

Jesus used the analogy of clothing to explain complex spiritual concepts in a relatable way, making his teachings more understandable.

What does 'agreeth not' mean in Luke 5:36?

'Agree' here means that the new piece doesn't match or blend well with the old fabric, highlighting a mismatch between two different things.

How can we apply this verse to our personal growth?

We can apply this by recognizing when new ideas and changes don’t align with outdated beliefs or practices in our lives, allowing us to grow spiritually and personally.

Does this parable have any implications for church reform?

Yes, it suggests that while change is necessary for growth, it should be implemented carefully so as not to tear apart the existing fabric of a community or institution.