Jeremiah 48:21

Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))

さばきは高原の地に臨み、ホロン、ヤハズ、メパアテ、

この聖句の意味

This verse from Jeremiah tells us that judgment is coming upon several towns in the Moab region: Holon, Jahazah, and Mephaath. Jeremiah is speaking, warning these towns of impending trouble from God.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine if a storm was coming to your neighborhood, and your mom told you, 'Be careful, the storm is coming to our street, your friend's house, and the park.' That's like what Jeremiah is saying here, but instead of a storm, it's a warning from God.

歴史的背景

Jeremiah, the prophet, wrote this around 600 BC. He was speaking to the people of Judah and the surrounding nations, including Moab. At that time, Moab was a powerful neighbor to Judah, but God was warning them of coming destruction.

今日への適用

Think of a situation where someone warns you about a negative outcome if you continue a bad habit. Just like these towns, we can heed the warning and change our ways to avoid trouble.

トピック

• judgment
• warning
• prophesy
• God's justice
• neighborhood relations
• cities

関連する聖句

• Isaiah 15:1
• Jeremiah 48:1
• Numbers 21:26
• Isaiah 16:7
• Psalms 60:8

よくある質問

What does 'judgment' mean in this context?

In this context, 'judgment' means that God is bringing punishment or consequences for the wrong actions of the towns of Holon, Jahazah, and Mephaath.

Who was Jeremiah warning?

Jeremiah was warning the towns of Moab about the coming judgment from God, which includes Holon, Jahazah, and Mephaath.

Why is this important for us to know?

Understanding this can help us realize the importance of heeding warnings and making changes to avoid negative outcomes in our lives.

How can this verse help us in our daily lives?

This verse teaches us to be aware of potential consequences and to make wise decisions to avoid trouble, just as the towns were warned by Jeremiah.