Hosea 14:9

German (Die Heilige Schrift (Schlachter 1951))

(H14-10) Wer ist so weise, daß er das einsehe, und so klug, daß er das verstehe? Die Wege des HERRN sind richtig, und die Gerechten wandeln darauf; aber die Übertreter kommen auf ihnen zu Fall.

Was bedeutet das?

This verse asks who is wise and prudent enough to understand the right ways of God, which are followed by those who do what's just, while transgressors will fall away. Hosea speaks here, emphasizing that God's ways lead to righteousness and avoiding them leads to failure.

Für Kinder erklärt

Imagine you have a treasure map with clear paths and traps for thieves. The wise kids find the treasure because they follow the good path, but sneaky ones trip into traps. This verse says following God’s right way is like finding that treasure!

Historischer Hintergrund

Hosea wrote this during the eighth century B.C., to the Northern Kingdom of Israel. He speaks to a people who have turned away from God and seeks to call them back, using vivid imagery and moral persuasion.

Anwendung für heute

In modern terms, consider someone choosing between two career paths: one ethical but challenging, the other easy but dishonest. The wise person will choose the right path, succeeding ethically; the unethical choice will lead to downfall or regret.

Themen

• wisdom
• righteousness
• judgment
• God's ways
• consequences
• transgression

Verwandte Verse

• Proverbs 16:25
• Matthew 7:13-14
• Psalm 18:30
• Romans 3:4
• Isaiah 30:8

Häufige Fragen

Who is speaking in Hosea 14:9?

Hosea, the prophet, speaks this verse to Israel, emphasizing God's right ways and the consequences of not following them.

What does it mean by 'the just shall walk in them'?

It means that those who act justly will follow the correct path set by God, leading to righteousness and a successful life.

How can one be considered wise or prudent according to this verse?

To be wise and prudent here is to understand and walk in God's righteous ways, distinguishing between right and wrong paths.

What are the consequences for those who transgress?

Transgressors will fall into traps or fail because they do not follow God’s righteous ways, leading to negative outcomes in their lives.