Amos 5:16

Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))

それゆえ、主なる万軍の神、主はこう言われる、「すべての広場で泣くことがあろう。すべてのちまたで人々は『悲しいかな、悲しいかな』と言う。また彼らは農夫を呼んできて嘆かせ、巧みな泣き女を招いて泣かせ、

この聖句の意味

This verse from Amos says that God will bring sadness and mourning everywhere because of the people's actions. It describes a time when everyone, even skilled mourners, will express deep sorrow.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine if all your favorite playgrounds suddenly turned into places where everyone was very sad. That’s what this verse is saying - God is telling us that there will be lots and lots of sadness everywhere because people aren’t being kind or doing the right things.

歴史的背景

Amos, a prophet in the Old Testament, wrote this around 750 B.C., during a time when the northern kingdom of Israel was prosperous but socially corrupt. Amos warned them about God’s judgment due to their injustice and idolatry.

今日への適用

Today, if we see our community or world facing hardships because of wrong choices people make, like ignoring environmental issues, we can apply this by actively working towards making better decisions for the common good and supporting those in need.

トピック

judgmentmourningjusticecorruptionrepentanceGod's compassion

よくある質問

Why is there wailing in all streets?

The verse describes a time when everyone feels sorrow, reflecting God's judgment on injustice and corruption within society.

What does it mean to call skilled mourners?

This refers to people who are good at expressing grief publicly. It shows the intensity of sadness affecting even those who usually manage emotions professionally.

How can we avoid such a situation today?

By working towards justice and fairness in our communities, treating others with kindness and compassion, and striving for righteousness as guided by God.

What is Amos trying to convey through this verse?

Amos warns of the consequences of ignoring moral and social responsibilities. He calls people to repentance and a return to righteousness.

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