Luke 10:40

Arabic SVD 1865 Version (Smith and Van Dyke)

واما مرثا فكانت مرتبكة في خدمة كثيرة. فوقفت وقالت يا رب أما تبالي بان اختي قد تركتني اخدم وحدي. فقل لها ان تعينني.

ما معنى هذا؟

In this verse from Luke's Gospel, Martha is feeling overwhelmed by all the preparations for a meal and asks Jesus to tell her sister Mary to help her. It shows how Martha prioritizes practical duties over spiritual listening.

شرح للأطفال

Imagine you're setting up a big party at home while your sibling sits reading a book nearby. You might feel like they should be helping, but sometimes it's important to take time for both work and rest.

السياق التاريخي

This passage was written by Luke, a physician and historian, around 60-90 AD. It describes an encounter between Jesus and Martha in the context of first-century Jewish family life where hospitality was highly valued.

التطبيق اليوم

In modern times, this can apply to someone who gets so busy with work that they forget to take time for spiritual activities or relationships. It's a reminder to balance practical tasks with personal growth and rest.

المواضيع

• balance
• priorities
• rest
• hospitality
• spiritual growth
• servanthood

آيات ذات صلة

• Matthew 6:31-34
• Proverbs 3:5-8
• John 12:1-3
• Ephesians 5:15-17
• Hebrews 10:24-25

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أسئلة شائعة

Why was Martha upset with Jesus?

Martha was upset because she felt overwhelmed by the tasks of serving and expected help from her sister Mary, who was listening to Jesus instead.

What does this verse teach about hospitality?

It shows that while hospitality is important in showing care for others, it's also essential not to let practical duties overshadow spiritual listening and rest.

How should we balance our tasks with spiritual growth?

This verse suggests finding a middle ground where neither spiritual practices nor daily tasks completely dominate one’s life, ensuring time for both.

What was Mary doing instead of helping Martha?

Mary was sitting at Jesus’ feet and listening to His teachings, prioritizing her spiritual engagement over the practical task of preparing a meal.