Mark 14:42
Japanese 1988 (Seisho Shinkyoudoyaku 聖書 新共同訳)
この聖句の意味
Jesus is speaking to his disciples in this verse. He tells them it's time to leave because the person who will betray him, Judas, is near. This moment marks a crucial point as Jesus prepares for his arrest and crucifixion.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine you're playing hide-and-seek with your friends, but one of your friends knows where you are hiding. In this verse, Jesus tells his friends it's time to go because the person who will tell others where he is hiding is about to arrive. This is a very important moment for Jesus.
歴史的背景
Mark wrote this gospel around AD 65-70, likely in Rome or elsewhere outside Palestine, and aimed at a primarily Gentile audience. The scene described takes place during the Passover celebration when Jerusalem was bustling with people, adding to the tension of events leading up to Jesus' arrest.
今日への適用
This verse can remind us of times when we feel betrayed by someone close to us or face challenges that seem inevitable. Just as Jesus prepared for his ordeal, we too must gather our courage and move forward despite knowing difficulties are ahead.