Exodus 21:30
Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))
この聖句の意味
This verse talks about a situation where someone pays money to avoid a more severe punishment, like death. In this case, if a sum of money is agreed upon, that person must pay it. Moses is believed to have written this under God's guidance, setting rules for the Israelites.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine you broke a rule and you could either get a timeout or pay some of your allowance instead. If you choose to pay, you have to pay the exact amount everyone agrees on. This rule helps keep things fair for everyone.
歴史的背景
The book of Exodus was written by Moses around 1446 BC. This passage is part of the laws given to the Israelites after their exodus from Egypt. It reflects a time when monetary compensation was accepted in place of more severe penalties.
今日への適用
In today's world, this could apply to situations where someone must pay a fine for a legal infraction. For example, if you were caught speeding, you might have to pay a fine instead of facing harsher penalties like losing your license.