Lamentations 3:66

Spanish RVR 1909 (Más información sobre Biblia Reina Valera 1909)

Persíguelos en tu furor, y quebrántalos de debajo de los cielos, oh Jehová.

¿Qué significa esto?

This verse from Lamentations says to punish those who have done wrong. It's a plea for justice to be served. The speaker is asking God to deal with enemies in anger.

Explicado para niños

Imagine if you had a bully at school who was always mean to you. This verse is like asking for the bully to be punished so they can't hurt others anymore.

Contexto histórico

The book of Lamentations was written by Jeremiah after the destruction of Jerusalem by Babylonians in 586 BC. The audience is the people of Judah, who are lamenting their fate and calling for justice against their enemies.

Aplicación para hoy

In modern times, this verse can be seen as a plea for justice in situations where there is ongoing persecution or harm. It doesn’t encourage personal revenge, but rather a call for a just resolution.

Temas

• justice
• persecution
• anger
• vengeance
• divine intervention
• prayer

Versículos relacionados

• Psalm 79:6
• Deuteronomy 32:41
• Jeremiah 15:15
• Ezekiel 25:17
• Revelation 6:10

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Preguntas frecuentes

What does this verse teach about justice?

It teaches that justice is a divine concern and can be sought through prayer, though it warns against personal vengefulness.

How should Christians interpret this plea for destruction?

Christians should interpret this as a call for divine justice, not as an endorsement of personal revenge or violence.

Is this verse applicable in today's world?

Yes, it can apply to situations where justice is needed, emphasizing the importance of justice being administered by divine authority.

How does this verse relate to forgiveness?

While this verse calls for justice, it contrasts with the Christian principle of forgiveness, highlighting the complexity of these concepts in the Bible.