1 Samuel 23:13

Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))

そこでダビデとその六百人ほどの従者たちは立って、ケイラを去り、いずこともなくさまよった。ダビデのケイラから逃げ去ったことがサウルに聞えたので、サウルは戦いに出ることをやめた。

この聖句の意味

This verse describes how David and his 600 men left Keilah to avoid Saul. Saul, who was trying to capture David, learned that David had escaped and decided not to pursue them further.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine you're playing hide and seek, and you know the seeker is coming for you. You quickly gather your friends and run to a new hiding spot. The seeker finds out you moved but decides not to look for you anymore. That's what happened with David and his men.

歴史的背景

The Book of 1 Samuel was written by several authors, including Samuel, Nathan, and Gad, around 931 BC. It was written for the Israelites to understand the transition from the period of judges to the establishment of the monarchy. The cultural setting reflects the conflicts and alliances among different tribes and nations in ancient Israel.

今日への適用

This verse can remind us to take proactive steps to avoid harmful situations. For example, if you sense a dangerous situation at work or in a friendship, it's wise to move to a safer place or distance yourself to protect yourself.

トピック

• Leadership
• Escape
• Protection
• Conflict
• Pursuit
• Safety

関連する聖句

• 1 Samuel 24:1-7
• 1 Samuel 26:1-12
• Psalms 56:1-13
• Matthew 10:23
• 2 Corinthians 6:13

よくある質問

Why did David leave Keilah?

David left Keilah to avoid being captured by Saul, who was pursuing him. He moved to protect himself and his men from Saul's wrath.

What does Saul's decision to 'forbear' tell us about him?

Saul's decision not to pursue David shows that he may have been cautious or perhaps lacked the resolve to continue the chase, possibly due to losing track of David's movements.

How many men were with David?

David had about 600 men with him when they left Keilah, as mentioned in the verse.

What can we learn about leadership from this verse?

Leadership involves making quick decisions to protect one's team from danger. David's actions show the importance of strategic thinking and prioritizing the safety of those under your leadership.