Ecclesiastes 5:10

Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))

金銭を好む者は金銭をもって満足しない。富を好む者は富を得て満足しない。これもまた空である。

この聖句の意味

This verse says that no matter how much money or wealth you have, if you love it too much, you will never be satisfied. It's like a constant chase with no end, which is ultimately pointless or 'vanity'. The speaker, traditionally thought to be Solomon, is warning against the trap of greed.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine you have a big bag of candy. You think that if you have more and more candy, you'll be really happy. But even after eating a lot, you still want more. It's like the candy never makes you feel happy enough. That's what this verse is saying about money.

歴史的背景

Ecclesiastes is traditionally attributed to King Solomon, written around the 5th century BC. It was written for the people of Israel, discussing the meaning and purpose of life in light of the human condition and the pursuit of wisdom. The cultural setting was one of material wealth and religious reflection.

今日への適用

Consider a scenario where someone is constantly buying new gadgets or clothes, thinking that more items will make them happier. Instead, they find themselves always wanting the latest model or style, never truly satisfied with what they have.

トピック

• greed
• contentment
• materialism
• wisdom
• vanity
• wealth

関連する聖句

• Proverbs 23:4-5
• Luke 12:15
• 1 Timothy 6:10
• Matthew 6:24
• Psalm 62:10

よくある質問

What does 'vanity' mean in this context?

In this context, 'vanity' refers to something that is ultimately meaningless or futile, as in the pursuit of wealth for its own sake can never truly satisfy or fulfill a person.

Why does Solomon use silver as an example?

Silver is used as an example of wealth and material goods because it was a common form of currency and value in ancient times, similar to how money functions today.

How can we avoid the vanity described in this verse?

Avoiding the vanity of greed involves finding satisfaction in things beyond material wealth, such as relationships, personal growth, and spiritual fulfillment.

What other biblical figures besides Solomon wrote about greed?

Several other biblical figures, including Jesus in the New Testament and the Proverbs, have written extensively about the dangers of greed and the importance of contentment.