Matthew 5:35

French (La Sainte Bible par Louis Segond 1910)

ni par la terre, parce que c'est son marchepied; ni par Jérusalem, parce que c'est la ville du grand roi.

Que signifie ce verset ?

In Matthew 5:35, Jesus advises against using the earth and Jerusalem for oaths because they hold significant spiritual value as God's footstool and city of the great King, respectively.

Expliqué aux enfants

Imagine you have a special chair that your best friend sits on. You wouldn't use it to make promises about other things because it’s extra special to them. Jesus is saying we shouldn’t use big, important places like the earth or Jerusalem for our promises because they're super special to God.

Contexte historique

The verse comes from Matthew's Gospel, written around 80-90 AD. It was addressed to early Jewish and Gentile Christians who followed the Law, which included making oaths by significant religious symbols like heaven, earth, and Jerusalem.

Application pour aujourd'hui

In modern settings, this might apply when someone tries to use a place or object that holds deep spiritual significance in their life as part of a promise. It reminds us to be cautious about trivializing sacred things through casual promises.

Thèmes

• oaths
• promises
• respect for sacred places
• spiritual values
• worship
• faithfulness

Versets liés

• Psalm 99:5
• Isaiah 66:1
• Luke 20:47
• Matthew 23:16-22
• Revelation 21:2

Questions fréquentes

Why does Jesus mention the earth as God's footstool?

Jesus uses this imagery to emphasize that all of creation belongs to God, thus it should not be trivialized by being used in oaths.

Is Jerusalem mentioned because of its historical significance?

Yes, but also because it’s considered sacred. Jesus reminds us of its spiritual importance as the city where God's presence is especially manifest.

How does this verse relate to modern-day oaths?

It teaches that even in our daily lives, we should treat places and objects with respect and avoid using them lightly for making promises.

What can we learn about faithfulness from this verse?

We learn the importance of being truthful without needing to invoke external symbols. Faithfulness comes from integrity and honesty alone.