John 1:24
Japanese ERV (訳 ー 読みやすい聖書 ー(新約聖書))
この聖句の意味
This verse in John's Gospel tells us that the people sent to question Jesus were Pharisees, a strict religious group of Jews at the time. It doesn't say who is speaking but gives us insight into the nature of those questioning Jesus.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine if some kids from your school asked you about your favorite game. In this case, it's like the Pharisees, who are like serious teachers in a big temple school, came to ask Jesus questions about his teachings and where he was from.
歴史的背景
The Gospel of John was written by one of Jesus' disciples named John around 90-100 AD. It was aimed at both Jews and Gentiles living during the Roman Empire period to understand who Jesus is. The Pharisees were a well-known Jewish religious group known for their strict adherence to the law.
今日への適用
In today's context, this verse reminds us that often those who criticize or question our beliefs are from positions of authority within their communities. Think about how you would respond if your teacher at school questioned something you believed in deeply.