1 Samuel 20:13

Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))

しかし、もし父があなたに害を加えようと思っているのに、それをあなたに知らせず、あなたを逃がして、安全に去らせないならば、主よ、どうぞ幾重にも、このヨナタンを罰してください。どうぞ主が父と共におられたように、あなたと共におられますように。

この聖句の意味

In this verse, David is speaking to Jonathan and promises that if his father Saul plans to harm Jonathan, David will warn him and help him escape safely. David also blesses Jonathan, wishing that God would protect him as He has protected his own father.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine you have a best friend and you promise to keep them safe from any danger. That's what David is doing here. He's like a superhero for his friend Jonathan!

歴史的背景

This verse is from the Old Testament book of 1 Samuel, written by an unknown author around 970 BCE. It narrates the covenant between David and Jonathan, two close friends in a time of political tension and intrigue.

今日への適用

In a modern context, if you know someone is planning to harm your friend, you should warn your friend and help them stay safe. This shows the importance of loyalty and standing up for those you care about.

トピック

• friendship
• loyalty
• protection
• promise
• safety
• trust

関連する聖句

• Genesis 12:3
• Psalms 121:7
• Proverbs 27:10
• Romans 12:10
• 2 Samuel 15:37

よくある質問

What does David mean by 'The LORD do so and much more to Jonathan'?

David is swearing an oath that God will bless Jonathan if he remains loyal and true to him, much like God has blessed David and his father.

Why does David think his father, Saul, might harm Jonathan?

Saul was jealous of David's success and popularity and often plotted against him. Jonathan, being David's close friend, was also at risk.

How does this verse reflect the relationship between David and Jonathan?

This verse shows the deep bond of friendship and loyalty between David and Jonathan, with David promising to protect Jonathan from any harm.

What can we learn about trust from this verse?

The verse teaches us the importance of trusting and standing by our friends, even in the face of danger or adversity.