2 Kings 12:1
Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))
この聖句の意味
This verse tells us about King Jehoash, who started ruling in Jerusalem in the seventh year of another king named Jehu. Jehoash ruled for forty years, and his mother's name was Zibiah from Beersheba. It provides basic information about his reign and family.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine you're the captain of your school's soccer team. In this story, Jehoash becomes the captain (king) of his team (Jerusalem) during another captain's (Jehu) time. He leads for a very long time, forty years, which is like being a captain for your whole life!
歴史的背景
2 Kings was written by prophets or scribes, probably during or after the Babylonian exile, around the 6th century BCE. It was written for the people of Israel to remind them of their history and the consequences of their actions, especially their relationship with God.
今日への適用
Just as Jehoash became king at a young age, many young people today are thrust into leadership roles. This verse reminds us to approach leadership with wisdom and integrity, remembering our origins and those who support us.