Deuteronomy 13:11
Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))
この聖句の意味
This verse says that all of Israel should hear about this and be afraid, so they don't do any wicked things like this again. It's a warning from God through Moses, urging the people to avoid sinful behavior.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine you and your friends have a rule not to eat cookies before dinner. If someone breaks the rule, everyone learns about it and feels a bit scared. This way, no one tries to eat cookies before dinner again. That's what this verse is like, but for bigger rules and all of Israel.
歴史的背景
Deuteronomy, written by Moses around 1200 BC, is a summary of laws and warnings for the Israelites. This verse is part of Moses' final address to the Israelites, reminding them of God's commands and the consequences of disobedience.
今日への適用
Imagine a community where someone is caught cheating on their taxes. The community leaders publicly discuss the consequences to ensure others learn and don't repeat the mistake. Similarly, this verse emphasizes public awareness to prevent misconduct.