1 Chronicles 21:26

Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))

こうしてダビデは主のために、その所に一つの祭壇を築き、燔祭と酬恩祭をささげて、主を呼んだ。主は燔祭の祭壇の上に天から火を下して答えられた。

この聖句の意味

This verse describes David building an altar to God, offering sacrifices, and praying to God, who answered him through a fire on the altar. David is the main actor here, showing his devotion and seeking God's favor.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine David as a kid building a special house for God, then bringing his favorite toys to give to God and asking for a sign that God heard him. God answered by making a fire on the special house, just like magic!

歴史的背景

1 Chronicles was written by the Chronicler, likely after the Babylonian exile. The text was aimed at the returning exiles to reinforce the importance of worship and God's covenant with David. This event occurred after a period of sin and needed cleansing.

今日への適用

In today's context, this verse reminds us to seek God's presence and forgiveness through prayer and acts of worship. For example, if someone has made a mistake, they can seek God's forgiveness and find restoration through sincere repentance and worship.

トピック

• worship
• sacrifice
• repentance
• prayer
• divine response
• altar

関連する聖句

• 2 Samuel 24:18-25
• Leviticus 1:1-17
• Psalm 51:1-19
• Romans 12:1-2
• Hebrews 10:1-18

よくある質問

What kind of offerings did David make?

David made burnt offerings and peace offerings, which were common sacrifices used to seek God’s forgiveness and peace.

Why did God answer David with fire?

The fire from heaven was a sign that God accepted David's offerings and prayers, showing that God was present and favorably responded to David's devotion.

How can this verse apply to our modern worship?

This verse teaches us the importance of sincere worship and the act of giving our best to God, as a way to seek His favor and forgiveness in our lives.

What does this show about the relationship between David and God?

It shows that David had a deep, personal relationship with God, where he could seek and receive direct answers and blessings through acts of worship and prayer.