Isaiah 40:9

Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))

よきおとずれをシオンに伝える者よ、高い山にのぼれ。よきおとずれをエルサレムに伝える者よ、強く声をあげよ、声をあげて恐れるな。ユダのもろもろの町に言え、「あなたがたの神を見よ」と。

この聖句の意味

This verse is a call to Zion and Jerusalem to proclaim good news from a high place. The speaker is telling them to shout out loudly and not be afraid, announcing to the cities of Judah that their God is coming.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine you have the best news ever, like a surprise party, and you’re on top of a tall building. You would want to shout it out so everyone can hear. That’s what this verse is saying—Zion and Jerusalem need to shout the good news about God coming.

歴史的背景

Isaiah, a prophet, wrote this around 700 BCE. He spoke to the people of Israel, who were facing difficult times. The setting was a time of political turmoil and hope for divine intervention.

今日への適用

Imagine you’re at work and you find out about a big promotion coming to your team. This verse reminds you to not be afraid to share the good news with your colleagues, just as Zion and Jerusalem were told to announce the arrival of their God.

トピック

• proclamation
• hope
• salvation
• faith
• divine intervention
• announcing good news

関連する聖句

• Isaiah 60:1
• Matthew 4:13-16
• Habakkuk 2:2
• Luke 2:10
• Ephesians 6:14

よくある質問

What does it mean to 'get up to the high mountain'?

It symbolizes going to a place where the message can be heard far and wide, much like using a megaphone on a hill.

Why is Jerusalem told not to be afraid?

The message of God's coming is so powerful and positive that fear should not hold back the announcement of good news.

How can this verse be applied in a church setting?

Churches can use this verse to encourage members to share their faith and the good news of salvation with others confidently.

What is the significance of 'Behold your God!'?

It emphasizes the arrival of God's presence, which brings hope and comfort, reminding people of His power and care.