2 Chronicles 20:8

Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))

彼らはここに住み、あなたの名のためにここに聖所を建てて言いました、

この聖句の意味

This verse from 2 Chronicles 20:8 is part of a prayer where the Israelites acknowledge that God allowed them to settle in the land and build a temple for his name. The key message is about gratitude and recognition of God's dwelling place.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine you built a special treehouse for your best friend to play in. In this verse, the people are saying thank you for letting them live in a special place and build a big, special house for God.

歴史的背景

The Book of 2 Chronicles was likely written after the exile of the Jews, possibly by the Chronicler, a scribe during the time of Ezra and Nehemiah. It's part of the history of Judah and Israel, written for the returned exiles to remind them of God's faithfulness and their history.

今日への適用

In modern terms, if you've ever been grateful for a place you call home or a church community, this verse reminds us to acknowledge and thank God for the spaces where we gather and worship.

トピック

• gratitude
• sanctuary
• worship
• God's dwelling
• faithfulness
• prayer

関連する聖句

• Exodus 25:8
• 1 Kings 8:13
• Ephesians 2:19-22
• 1 Corinthians 3:16-17
• Revelation 21:3

よくある質問

Why is building a sanctuary important?

Building a sanctuary is important as it creates a space where people can come together to worship and remember God's presence and promises.

Who is 'thee' in 2 Chronicles 20:8?

'Thee' refers to God, as the Israelites are addressing God in their prayer, acknowledging Him as the one for whom the sanctuary was built.

How does 2 Chronicles 20:8 relate to modern church buildings?

It relates because, like the ancient Israelites, we build churches as places where we can gather to worship God, reflecting our commitment and gratitude to Him.

What does the sanctuary symbolize in this verse?

The sanctuary symbolizes God's dwelling place among His people, reflecting the belief that God is present in their midst and they honor Him through their devotion.