Jeremiah 41:5

French (La Sainte Bible par Louis Segond 1910)

il arriva de Sichem, de Silo et de Samarie, quatre-vingts hommes, qui avaient la barbe rasée et les vêtements déchirés, et qui s'étaient fait des incisions; ils portaient des offrandes et de l'encens, pour les présenter à la maison de l'Eternel.

Que signifie ce verset ?

This verse describes a group of eighty men from Shechem, Shiloh, and Samaria who came to the house of the LORD with offerings and incense. They had shaved their beards, torn their clothes, and cut themselves, showing their deep sorrow. Jeremiah is the author, and he is describing this scene to highlight the grief and devotion of these travelers.

Expliqué aux enfants

Imagine a group of friends coming to your house with gifts because they are really sad about something. They look different because they shaved their beards and cut themselves to show how upset they are. They want to bring their gifts to a special place, like a church, to pray and feel better.

Contexte historique

Jeremiah, the prophet, wrote this around 626-586 BCE. He is describing events that took place in Judah after the fall of Jerusalem. The people from different cities came to the temple with offerings, showing their devotion despite the difficult times.

Application pour aujourd'hui

Imagine you and your friends are devastated about losing a loved one. You decide to come together to a place of worship, bringing gifts and praying for comfort. This verse reminds us of the power of communal support and the importance of showing our devotion in times of sorrow.

Thèmes

• sorrow
• devotion
• worship
• communal support
• prayer
• sacrifice

Versets liés

• 2 Samuel 15:30
• 1 Kings 18:39
• 2 Chronicles 36:20
• Matthew 5:38-39
• John 16:20

Questions fréquentes

Why did the men shave their beards?

In ancient times, shaving the beard was a sign of deep mourning or distress. It showed their sorrow and dedication to their faith.

What does it mean to cut themselves?

Cutting oneself was a ritualistic act of grief, often performed to express extreme sorrow and to show their devotion to God during times of distress.

What kind of offerings were they bringing?

The offerings likely included incense and other gifts brought to the temple as a sign of devotion and to seek God's favor.

How does this relate to modern times?

In modern times, this verse can remind us to show our devotion and seek support from our community during times of sorrow, much like these men did in ancient times.