1 Samuel 26:9
Japanese 1988 (Seisho Shinkyoudoyaku 聖書 新共同訳)
この聖句の意味
In this verse, David tells Abishai not to harm King Saul because harming God's chosen leader would be a sin. David believes that God has anointed Saul as king, and harming him would bring guilt.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine you have a special friend that a teacher picked for a very important job. Even if your special friend sometimes acts mean, you wouldn't want to hurt them because the teacher chose them for that job. That's how David felt about King Saul.
歴史的背景
This verse is from the Book of 1 Samuel, written around the 6th century BC. It narrates events from the life of David before he became king, focusing on his relationship with King Saul. The text was likely written by a prophet or historian to instruct and inspire the Israelites.
今日への適用
Today, this verse can remind us to respect those in authority, especially when it's hard. For example, if you have a boss who isn't always fair, remember that harming them or their reputation could lead to your own downfall.