Hosea 5:1

Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))

祭司たちよ、これを聞け、イスラエルの家よ、心をとめよ、王の家よ、耳を傾けよ、さばきはあなたがたに臨む。あなたがたはミヅパにわなを設け、タボルの上に網を張ったからだ。

この聖句の意味

In this verse, God is speaking through the prophet Hosea to the priests, the people of Israel, and the royal family. He warns them that judgment is coming because they have been trapping others in sin at sacred places like Mizpah and Tabor.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine you're playing a game with your friends, but some of the older kids are setting traps to make everyone lose. God is telling these big kids that what they’re doing is wrong and that He’s going to step in because it's not fair to others.

歴史的背景

Hosea wrote this prophecy around 750-725 BC, addressing the Northern Kingdom of Israel before its fall to Assyria. The verse reflects God’s call for justice and righteousness, criticizing leaders who lead people astray at significant locations like Mizpah and Tabor.

今日への適用

Today, think about how we influence others in our community or work. If we’re leading people towards negative behaviors or unethical practices, it's time to reconsider our actions and ensure we're setting a good example for those around us.

トピック

• judgment
• leadership
• sin
• justice
• warning
• repentance

関連する聖句

• Jeremiah 5:26-29
• Amos 3:10-11
• Matthew 23:27-28
• Romans 2:4-5
• Revelation 3:19

よくある質問

What does 'judgment is toward you' mean?

It means that God’s punishment or corrective action is coming because of the actions taken by those in leadership who are leading others astray.

Why are Mizpah and Tabor mentioned specifically?

These locations were significant religious sites where people would often seek divine guidance. By mentioning them, Hosea points out that even places meant for righteousness are being misused.

How can this verse be applied to modern leadership roles?

Leaders today should reflect on their influence and ensure they're setting positive examples rather than leading others into unethical behavior or wrong paths.

What does Hosea 5:1 tell us about God's expectations for leaders?

It shows that God expects leaders to act with integrity and righteousness, guiding people towards moral and just actions, not away from them.