Deuteronomy 12:20

German (Die Heilige Schrift (Schlachter 1951))

Wenn aber der HERR, dein Gott, deine Landmarken erweitern wird, wie er dir versprochen hat, und du sprichst: Ich will Fleisch essen! weil deine Seele gelüstet, Fleisch zu essen, so iß Fleisch nach aller Lust deiner Seele.

Was bedeutet das?

This verse says that when God gives you more land, and you want to eat meat, you can eat any meat you desire. God is speaking, giving permission and assurance.

Für Kinder erklärt

Imagine you have a small garden where you grow vegetables. One day, your parents give you a bigger garden, and you say, 'I want to plant some yummy tomatoes!' God is like your parents, and He's saying, 'If you want to eat meat, you can eat any meat you like!'

Historischer Hintergrund

Moses wrote this to the Israelites around 1250 BCE. They were about to enter the Promised Land, and God was assuring them that they would have plenty of resources, including meat, once they settled there.

Anwendung für heute

Today, if you find yourself in a new situation with more opportunities, remember that God has given you permission to enjoy the blessings He provides. Whether it's a new job with better pay or a promotion, embrace the good things God offers.

Themen

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Häufige Fragen

Who is speaking in Deuteronomy 12:20?

God is speaking through Moses, giving assurance to the Israelites.

What does 'enlarge thy border' mean?

It means God will give the Israelites more land, expanding their territory and resources.

Is there any restriction on the kind of meat one can eat?

In this verse, there is no restriction; it's about the freedom to eat any meat desired, but always within the broader context of God's laws.

How does this verse apply to non-Israelites?

It teaches that God provides and blesses those who follow Him, and believers can trust in His provision for their needs and desires.

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