German TKW (Textbibel von Kautzsch und Weizsäcker)
Neige, mein Gott, dein Ohr und höre! Öffne deine Augen und siehe an die Verwüstung, in der wir uns befinden, und die Stadt, die deinen Namen trägt! Denn nicht im Vertrauen auf die Erweise unserer Gerechtigkeit bringen wir unser Flehen vor dich, sondern im Vertrauen auf deine große Barmherzigkeit.
Was bedeutet das?
In Daniel 9:18, Daniel is praying to God and asking Him to listen closely and see the damage done to Jerusalem. He admits they aren't good enough but asks for mercy because of God's great kindness.
Für Kinder erklärt
Imagine you're talking to a friend who broke your favorite toy. You ask them to look at how broken it is, not because you did anything right, but because you know they are a kind person and will help fix it. That’s what Daniel does with God here.
Historischer Hintergrund
Daniel wrote this prayer during the Babylonian exile when Jerusalem was destroyed and the Jews were in captivity. The audience would have been fellow exiled Israelites who felt hopeless about their situation but hopeful for God's mercy.
Anwendung für heute
Today, if you’re facing a tough time like losing your job or struggling with illness, remember to pray honestly acknowledging that it’s not because of your good deeds but due to God’s mercies. Just as Daniel did, lean on God’s kindness in times of despair.
Why did Daniel pray for the city called by God's name?
Daniel prayed for Jerusalem because it was a holy place, significant in Jewish faith and history. Praying for its restoration was a plea for divine intervention to fulfill their covenant.
What does 'desolations' refer to in this verse?
'Desolations' refers to the destruction and abandonment of Jerusalem during the Babylonian exile, where Daniel saw his homeland devastated and his people suffering.
How is God's mercy emphasized in Daniel 9:18?
Daniel emphasizes God’s mercy by stating they do not pray based on their own righteousness but solely because of God’s great mercies, showing that salvation comes from divine grace rather than human effort.
What lessons can we learn about prayer from Daniel's example in this verse?
From Daniel, we learn to pray honestly acknowledging our shortcomings and fully relying on God's mercy. This shows the importance of humility and trust in prayer.