1 Corinthians 10:15

Japanese 1965

私は賢い人たちに話すように話します。ですから私の言うことを判断してください。

この聖句の意味

In this verse, Paul is speaking to the wise people in Corinth and asking them to judge or think carefully about what he says. He trusts that they can understand and evaluate his message.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine you're talking to your smart friend about a tricky game. You'd say, 'Think hard and tell me if my idea makes sense.' That's what Paul is doing here—he’s asking the clever people in Corinth to think carefully about what he says.

歴史的背景

The Apostle Paul wrote this verse around 53-54 AD to the Christian community in Corinth. The Corinthians were known for their wisdom and knowledge, but they often struggled with applying these virtues practically within the church.

今日への適用

When you're deciding whether to trust advice from a friend or information online, think carefully about what you hear and judge its truthfulness based on facts and your own understanding.

トピック

• wisdom
• judgment
• faithfulness
• discernment
• advice
• trust

関連する聖句

• 1 Corinthians 4:5
• Proverbs 18:17
• Romans 12:3
• Ephesians 5:10
• James 1:5

よくある質問

Who is the 'I' in this verse?

The 'I' refers to Paul, who was writing to the church in Corinth. He often speaks directly to his readers as he writes letters.

Why does Paul ask the Corinthians to judge what he says?

Paul asks them to do this because they are known for their wisdom and understanding. By asking them to judge, he trusts that they can discern truth from falsehood based on his teachings.

What does 'judge ye' mean in modern terms?

'Judge ye' means to carefully consider or evaluate something. In today's language, it would be like saying, 'think critically about what I am saying.'

How can we apply this verse when dealing with new ideas?

We should use our critical thinking skills and the wisdom from God’s word to evaluate new ideas. This helps us make informed decisions that align with Christian values.