German SCH2000 Schlachter 2000 (Die Bibel (Schlachter 2000))
Schwert, erwache gegen meinen Hirten, gegen den Mann, der mein Gefährte ist!, spricht der Herr der Heerscharen. Schlage den Hirten, und die Schafe werden sich zerstreuen; und ich will meine Hand den Geringen zuwenden!
Was bedeutet das?
In Zechariah 13:7, God (the LORD of hosts) is speaking and says that he will allow his shepherd to be attacked. This means the sheep under his care will scatter. The little ones are those who will receive special attention afterward.
Für Kinder erklärt
Imagine a farmer saying, 'Let my sheepdog get hurt so all the sheep run away.' It sounds sad but sometimes things need to change before they can get better. God promises he’ll take extra good care of the young sheep later on.
Historischer Hintergrund
Zechariah wrote this prophecy around 520-518 BCE, likely during the rebuilding of Jerusalem after exile. The audience was Israelites returning from Babylonian captivity, and it reflects their hope for restoration and a future messiah.
Anwendung für heute
Consider a modern scenario where a school principal must leave suddenly due to unforeseen circumstances. This causes confusion among students and staff but also opens up new opportunities for growth and change within the community.