2 Chronicles 10:4
Japanese Contemporary (リビングバイブル)
この聖句の意味
The people are speaking to Rehoboam, the son of Solomon, asking him to lighten the heavy burden and hard work their father made them do. They say they will serve him if he does so.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine you're playing a game where you have to carry a heavy backpack all day long. Your dad made you carry it, but now it's your brother's turn to be in charge. You ask your brother to make the backpack a bit lighter so you can keep playing the game happily.
歴史的背景
This verse is from the Book of 2 Chronicles, written by priests and prophets around 530 BC. It tells of a conversation between Rehoboam and the Israelites after Solomon's death. The context is a time of political transition and social unrest in Israel.
今日への適用
When you take over a new responsibility at school or home, consider how you can make things easier for others while still achieving your goals. For example, if you're in charge of a group project, ask your team what tasks they find most difficult and see how you can help.