Deuteronomy 10:9

Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))

そのためレビは兄弟たちと一緒には分け前がなく、嗣業もない。あなたの神、主が彼に言われたとおり、主みずからが彼の嗣業であった。）

この聖句の意味

This verse explains that the tribe of Levi does not receive a regular land inheritance like other tribes. Instead, God is their inheritance, as He promised. Moses is speaking here, summarizing God's covenant with the Levites.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine if you were part of a special club where instead of getting a piece of a big pizza like others do, you get to be the club helper. You get to do special jobs for the club, and that's your reward. For the Levites, their special reward is serving God, not owning land.

歴史的背景

Deuteronomy was written by Moses around 1200 BCE. It was addressed to the Israelites just before they entered the Promised Land. The Levites, as priests, were given special roles but no land to prevent distractions from their priestly duties.

今日への適用

In modern terms, this verse can apply to people who choose to serve in the church or religious work. They may sacrifice personal financial gain for a deeper, spiritual reward in service to God.

トピック

• service
• inheritance
• priesthood
• covenant
• God's promises
• Levites

関連する聖句

• Numbers 18:20
• Joshua 13:33
• 1 Chronicles 6:48
• Hebrews 7:5
• Ezekiel 44:28

よくある質問

Why did the Levites not get land like other tribes?

The Levites were assigned to serve God in the temple and were not given land to prevent distractions from their priestly duties.

What does it mean that God is the Levites' inheritance?

It means that the Levites' special reward and provision came from God, not from a portion of land, highlighting their unique role in serving God.

How can this verse apply to modern believers?

This verse can encourage believers to focus on spiritual rewards and service to God, rather than seeking material wealth or land.

What are some related verses that explain the Levites' role?

Numbers 18:20 and Hebrews 7:5 provide additional insights into the Levites' role and God's promises to them.