2 Samuel 15:22
Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))
この聖句の意味
In this verse, David tells Ittai to leave with his people and children. Ittai, who is from Gath, obeys and crosses over with everyone. The key message is about obedience and the loyalty of foreigners to David.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine you're playing a game where your friend says, 'You can go home now.' And your friend and all their toys leave the playground. That's what's happening here. David is like the leader of the game, and Ittai is leaving with his family and friends, just like in the game.
歴史的背景
This verse is part of the Second Book of Samuel, written by multiple authors, likely including prophets like Samuel and Nathan. It was written around 900 BCE to document the reign of King David, and it reflects the political and military context of ancient Israel.
今日への適用
In a modern context, this verse can remind us of the importance of respecting someone else’s decision and the value of loyalty. For example, if a leader decides to change the direction of a project and asks some team members to go, others might show loyalty by choosing to follow.