Exodus 36:6
Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))
この聖句の意味
In Exodus 36:6, Moses tells the people through a proclamation that they should stop making offerings for the construction of the sanctuary. The people obeyed and stopped bringing more offerings. This verse shows the obedience and generosity of the Israelites.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine you're building a big clubhouse, and all your friends bring so many toys and materials that you have more than enough. So, your mom says, 'That's enough, no more please!' This is like what Moses did for the sanctuary, and everyone listened and stopped bringing more things.
歴史的背景
Exodus was written by Moses around 1440 BC, chronicling the Israelites' journey from Egypt to Mount Sinai. This part describes the construction of the sanctuary, where the Israelites would worship God. The Israelites were known for their generosity, which sometimes led to an excess of materials.
今日への適用
In modern times, this verse can be applied when a church or community project receives more donations than needed. It's a reminder to be mindful and respectful of the boundaries set by leaders to avoid waste and misuse of resources.