2 Chronicles 14:7
Japanese 1988 (Seisho Shinkyoudoyaku 聖書 新共同訳)
この聖句の意味
In this verse, Asa, the king of Judah, is telling his people to build fortified cities because God has given them peace. The verse highlights the importance of seeking God and the prosperity that follows.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine you and your friends decide to build a treehouse because you feel safe in your backyard. That's what the king Asa is telling the people of Judah to do. He says, 'Let's build our houses and make them strong because God has made us feel safe.'
歴史的背景
2 Chronicles was written by unknown authors, likely after the Babylonian exile, around 530 BCE. It was written to a Jewish audience returning from exile, highlighting the importance of faithful kings who sought God and the prosperity that came with it.
今日への適用
In a modern context, this verse could apply to a community that decides to invest in infrastructure and security after a period of turmoil. Just as the people of Judah felt safe and prosperous because they sought God, a community can feel safer and more prosperous when they work together for common goals.