Zechariah 5:2

French Bible (BBB) Bible Bovet Bonnet (1900)

Et il me dit: Que vois-tu? Et je dis je vois un rouleau qui vole, long de vingt coudées et large de dix.

Que signifie ce verset ?

In this verse, an angel asks Zechariah what he sees and Zechariah describes a large flying scroll measuring twenty cubits long and ten cubits wide. The message likely signifies God's judgment against those who disobey His laws.

Expliqué aux enfants

Imagine you see a big piece of paper floating in the air, as if it was a kite, but much bigger—like your bedroom! This is what Zechariah saw. It shows that God wants everyone to follow his rules.

Contexte historique

Zechariah wrote this prophecy around 520 BC during the time when some Jews were returning from exile in Babylon to rebuild Jerusalem and its temple. The vision of the flying scroll symbolizes divine judgment on those who break God's laws.

Application pour aujourd'hui

Today, think about a situation where someone breaks important rules, like stealing at work or cheating in school. This verse reminds us that there are consequences for our actions, just as there were anciently.

Thèmes

• divine judgment
• obedience
• prophecy
• scroll symbolism
• rebuilding Jerusalem
• consequences of sin

Versets liés

• Ezekiel 2:10
• Revelation 5:1
• Malachi 3:6
• James 2:8
• Luke 4:22

Questions fréquentes

What does the size of the scroll represent?

The dimensions likely emphasize the importance and completeness of God’s law, showing that it covers all aspects of life.

How is this vision related to God's judgment?

This vision shows how God's laws are written and can fly or move, symbolizing their active role in judgment.

How does this relate to rebuilding Jerusalem?

The prophecy provides a warning for the people of Israel as they rebuild, reminding them to uphold God’s laws and face judgment if they do not.