Ezekiel 30:13

Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))

主なる神はこう言われる、わたしは偶像をこわし、メンピスで偶像を滅ぼす。エジプトの国には、もはや君たる者がなくなる。わたしはエジプトの国に恐れを与える。

この聖句の意味

In this verse, God says He will destroy the idols and their images in Noph (an ancient city in Egypt) and remove any ruler from the land, causing fear to spread throughout Egypt. God is speaking directly about His plans to judge Egypt.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine if all the toys in your room suddenly disappeared, and there was no one to be in charge of your house. That's kind of what God is saying He will do in Egypt, but with their idols and rulers instead of toys.

歴史的背景

The Book of Ezekiel was written by the prophet Ezekiel around 600 BCE, while he was in exile in Babylon. This verse is part of a larger prophecy about God's judgment on Egypt, reflecting the cultural context of idol worship and political power in Egypt at that time.

今日への適用

Consider a situation where a community relies heavily on a corrupt leader or idolized figure. This verse can remind us to rely on God's justice and not place our trust in false idols or human leaders who can fail us.

トピック

• judgment
• idolatry
• leadership
• Egypt
• prophecy
• fear

関連する聖句

• Isaiah 19:1
• Psalm 74:18
• Jeremiah 43:12
• 2 Kings 19:18
• 1 Corinthians 10:14

よくある質問

Why does God destroy idols?

God destroys idols to remind people that He is the only true God who should be worshipped. Idols represent false gods that can lead people away from the true faith.

What does the absence of a ruler mean for Egypt?

The absence of a ruler means a loss of authority and order in the land, leading to chaos and fear, as described in the verse.

How can we avoid placing our trust in false idols?

To avoid placing trust in false idols, we should seek to understand and follow God's teachings, and rely on His guidance and power rather than on material or human-made objects or figures.

How does fear fit into God's plan for Egypt?

The fear mentioned in the verse reflects the consequences of God's judgment and can serve as a warning or a call to repentance for the people of Egypt.