Matthew 21:34

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Cuando llegó el tiempo de la cosecha, el hombre envió a sus siervos donde los granjeros para recoger el fruto que le pertenecía.

¿Qué significa esto?

In this verse, Jesus tells a parable where the owner of a vineyard sends his servants to collect fruit from tenants who were supposed to take care of it. The key message is about responsibility and accountability.

Explicado para niños

Imagine you have a garden with lots of yummy vegetables. You ask your friends to look after it while you're away, but when the veggies are ready, they don't share them with you. This story teaches us how important it is to keep our promises.

Contexto histórico

Matthew wrote this passage in the early first century for a Jewish-Christian audience. The parable reflects common agricultural practices of that time and the societal expectations around land ownership and tenant responsibilities.

Aplicación para hoy

Today, we can apply this story to work environments where employees are expected to maintain and produce results as agreed upon. It highlights the importance of fulfilling our duties and respecting agreements in all areas of life.

Temas

• responsibility
• accountability
• agreements
• promise keeping
• parables
• land ownership

Versículos relacionados

• Mark 12:1
• Luke 20:9
• Isaiah 5:1-7
• Jeremiah 12:10
• John 15:4

Preguntas frecuentes

What is the main theme of this parable?

The main theme is about responsibility and accountability, emphasizing how those who are given a task or entrusted with something must fulfill their obligations.

Who wrote Matthew 21:34 and for whom was it written?

Matthew wrote this verse around the first century AD. It was intended for Jewish Christians to understand Jesus' teachings through familiar agricultural parables.

How can we apply this lesson in our daily lives?

We can ensure that when we are given responsibilities, whether at work or home, we fulfill them diligently and honor the trust placed in us by others.

What other parts of the Bible discuss similar themes to Matthew 21:34?

Other passages like Mark 12:1, Luke 20:9, Isaiah 5:1-7, Jeremiah 12:10, and John 15:4 explore themes related to stewardship and the consequences of not fulfilling one's duties.