Jeremiah 25:17

Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))

こうしてわたしは主の手から杯を受け、主がわたしをつかわされた国々の民に飲ませた。

この聖句の意味

In this verse, Jeremiah describes how he, at God's command, symbolically made nations drink from a cup. This cup represents God's judgment. Jeremiah is telling us about the role God gave him to deliver this message of judgment.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine you have a special cup, and your mom asks you to give a sip of a special juice to all your friends. But this juice isn't yummy; it's a reminder that they need to listen to your mom. That's what Jeremiah did, but it was a warning from God about what would happen if people didn't listen.

歴史的背景

Jeremiah, a prophet in the 7th to 6th century BCE, wrote this. He was called by God to warn the people of Israel and other nations about their sins and the consequences. This was during a time of political instability and religious decline.

今日への適用

In modern times, this verse reminds us of the responsibility to share important messages, even if they are difficult. Imagine if you knew about a safety issue at school and had to inform everyone. It's not easy, but it's important to do what you're called to do.

トピック

• judgment
• responsibility
• prophecy
• God's will
• warning
• consequences

関連する聖句

• Isaiah 51:17
• Ezekiel 23:32
• Revelation 14:10
• Revelation 16:19
• Matthew 20:22

よくある質問

What does the cup symbolize in this verse?

The cup symbolizes God's judgment that was to be poured out on the nations as a consequence of their disobedience and sin.

Why did God use Jeremiah to deliver this message?

God used Jeremiah because he was a chosen prophet tasked with delivering messages of judgment and hope to both Israel and other nations.

How can this verse be applied to our lives today?

It teaches us to be bold in sharing messages of truth and warning, even when it's difficult, and to understand the consequences of our actions.

What was the historical setting of Jeremiah's prophecy?

Jeremiah's prophecy was set during the fall of the Kingdom of Judah, a time of political turmoil and religious decline, where God's judgment was imminent.