Genesis 45:3
Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))
この聖句の意味
Joseph, who was once sold into slavery by his brothers, reveals his identity to them. He asks if their father, Jacob, is still alive. His brothers are stunned and cannot speak because they are afraid of him.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine you and your siblings played a big trick on your older brother, and he left. Years later, you find out he became a powerful person, like the mayor of your city. When you see him, he says, 'It's me, your brother!' and asks about your dad. You get so scared that you can't even talk.
歴史的背景
This verse is from the Book of Genesis, written by Moses around 1400 BC. It describes a pivotal moment in the story of Joseph, who had been sold into slavery by his brothers and later became a powerful leader in Egypt. The audience at the time was the Israelites, who needed to understand their history and God's providence.
今日への適用
In a modern scenario, imagine you've been wronged by a colleague, and years later, you meet them in a new, powerful position. Your reaction, like Joseph's brothers, might be fear and silence. This verse reminds us of the power of forgiveness and the importance of not judging by appearances.