Ezekiel 25:4
Japanese 1988 (Seisho Shinkyoudoyaku 聖書 新共同訳)
この聖句の意味
In this verse from Ezekiel, God is speaking and telling a nation that He will hand it over to the men of the east, who will take possession of it, live there, and consume its resources. This is a warning of judgment.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine if someone took your favorite toy and not only played with it but also lived in it, eating all your snacks. That's kind of what God is saying will happen to this place He's talking about.
歴史的背景
Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this in the 6th century BCE. He was speaking to the people of Ammon, a nation near Israel, who had acted arrogantly against Israel during its fall. This prophecy was part of a series of warnings to nations around Israel.
今日への適用
Today, this verse can remind us of the consequences of our actions. Just like the Ammonites faced judgment for their actions, we must be mindful of how we treat others and our environment, understanding that there are consequences for our choices.