Nehemiah 12:15
Japanese 1988 (Seisho Shinkyoudoyaku 聖書 新共同訳)
この聖句の意味
This verse lists two names: Adna from Harim and Helkai from Meraioth. These names appear in a genealogical record of leaders and families returning from exile. The key message here is about the organization and structure of the returned community.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine a big family reunion. Everyone is trying to find their relatives. This verse is like saying, 'Hey, this is Adna from the Harim family and Helkai from the Meraioth family.' It helps people know who belongs to which family.
歴史的背景
Nehemiah wrote this book around the 5th century B.C. after the Babylonian exile. The audience was the returned Jewish community in Jerusalem. This genealogical record was important for establishing lineage and roles within the community.
今日への適用
In today's world, knowing your family history and where you come from can help you understand your identity and responsibilities. Just as Adna and Helkai represented their families, we can represent our families and communities in positive ways.