Acts 20:37

Japanese 2017 (バイブル: 新約聖書)

「会うのはこれが最後だ・・・」その言葉の重みに、

この聖句の意味

This verse describes a scene where Paul is about to leave his friends in Ephesus, and they show their deep affection for him by weeping, embracing him tightly, and kissing him. It shows the strong bond between them.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine your favorite teacher is moving away, and all your classmates hug her really tight and cry because you'll miss her so much. That's what happened here with Paul leaving his friends in Ephesus.

歴史的背景

The Book of Acts was written by Luke around 80-90 AD. It describes the early church's activities post-Jesus' ascension, including Paul's missionary journeys and his farewell to the Ephesian elders.

今日への適用

Think about a time when you had to say goodbye to someone dear to you. Like if your best friend moved away, how did you feel? This verse shows us the importance of expressing our love and sadness in parting ways with those we care for deeply.

トピック

• love
• farewell
• emotions
• friendship
• departure
• grief

関連する聖句

• Genesis 33:4
• 1 Corinthians 16:20
• Romans 16:16
• John 11:35
• Luke 7:38

よくある質問

Why were they weeping so much when saying goodbye to Paul?

They were deeply attached to Paul, who had spent significant time teaching and guiding them. The tears reflect their sadness about his departure and their deep affection for him.

What does it mean that 'they fell on Paul's neck'?

This expression indicates a very warm embrace, showing great affection and intimacy. It was an act of expressing love and sorrow at parting ways.

How can this verse be relevant in today’s context?

Today, it reminds us to show genuine care and affection when saying goodbye to loved ones. Just as Paul's friends expressed their sadness through tears and hugs, we too should openly express our feelings during farewells.

What role does this scene play in understanding early Christian communities?

This scene provides insight into the emotional depth of relationships within the early church. It highlights how close-knit these communities were and how they valued their leaders like Paul, who significantly impacted their lives.