Agus thosaigh sé ar labhairt leo i bhfáithscéalta. “Fear a bhí ag cur fíonghoirt, agus thóg sé fál ina thimpeall, agus thochail sé an poll le haghaidh cantaoir an fhíona, agus thóg sé túr, agus lig sé amach ar chíos do thionóntaí é, agus thug sé an choigrích air féin.
What Does This Mean?
Jesus begins telling a parable about a man who planted a vineyard, protected it, and then leased it to others while he was away. This story highlights themes of responsibility and stewardship.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a garden that grows yummy fruits. You build fences around it for protection and leave it with your friends when you go on vacation. The parable teaches us about taking care of what we're given, just like looking after the plants in your garden.
Historical Background
Mark, one of Jesus' disciples, wrote this account. It was likely written between 65-70 AD for a Gentile audience. In that time, vineyards were important assets and parables were used to convey deeper spiritual lessons through everyday scenarios.
Living It Out Today
In today’s context, think about how we manage our responsibilities at work or in our community. Just like the man who trusted his workers with the vineyard, God entrusts us with resources and tasks that require our care and attention.