2 Samuel 18:25
Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))
この聖句の意味
A watchman sees someone coming and reports it to King David. The king thinks if the person is alone, they might have important news. The person comes quickly and nears the king.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine you're playing hide-and-seek. Your friend who's it, spots you and yells to the others. Your mom hears and says, 'If it's just one person, they must have big news!' Then, your friend runs fast to tell you something important.
歴史的背景
This verse is from the Book of 2 Samuel, written by multiple authors, likely including the prophet Nathan, about 950 BC. It's part of the historical narrative of King David's reign and his struggles with his son Absalom.
今日への適用
Think of a time when you were eagerly waiting for news. Maybe you were expecting a call from a job interview or a test result. This verse reminds us that sometimes, the person who comes alone with a message can bring significant news that affects us greatly.