Luke 1:13

Japanese 1965

御使いは彼に言った。「こわがることはない。ザカリヤ。あなたの願いが聞かれたのです。あなたの妻エリサベツは男の子を産みます。名をヨハネとつけなさい。

この聖句の意味

In this verse from Luke's Gospel, an angel tells Zacharias not to fear because his prayer for a child has been answered. His wife Elisabeth will have a son named John.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine you've been praying really hard for something very special and then one day, someone comes and tells you that your wish is going to come true! That's what happened here - an angel told Zacharias his prayer for a child was heard and Elisabeth would have a baby named John.

歴史的背景

Luke wrote this Gospel around AD 80-100. The audience included Gentile Christians, but also Jewish believers. This narrative takes place in the context of ancient Israel where prophecy and angelic visitations were significant events.

今日への適用

When facing difficulties or when you pray for something that seems impossible, remember Zacharias and Elisabeth's story. Their prayers were answered even though they were elderly, reminding us to keep our faith strong despite challenges.

トピック

• prayer
• faith
• prophecy
• hope
• angelic visitation
• pregnancy

関連する聖句

• Genesis 18:9-14
• Exodus 32:7-14
• 1 Kings 18:20-46
• Luke 1:57-66
• John 11:38-44

よくある質問

Why does the angel tell Zacharias not to fear?

The angel tells Zacharias not to fear because he is about to receive news that may seem unbelievable. Fear often arises when something extraordinary happens, and reassurance helps prepare one for good but unexpected news.

What was the significance of naming John?

Naming a child in this context signifies divine will; John's name means 'God is gracious.' The instruction to name him John indicated that his life would be dedicated to God’s purpose and mission.

How does Luke 1:13 relate to the story of Jesus?

John, whose birth is foretold in this verse, grew up to become a prophet who prepared the way for Jesus. His role was crucial as he baptized Jesus and declared him 'the Lamb of God.'

Why does Luke emphasize Zacharias' prayer?

By emphasizing Zacharias’ prayer, Luke underscores the theme of answered prayers in his narrative. It shows that God hears and responds to faithful followers, highlighting themes of hope and faith.