Jeremiah 51:49
Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))
この聖句の意味
This verse from Jeremiah says that just as Babylon killed many people from Israel, now Babylon will be where many people from all over the world will be killed. It's a warning from God through the prophet Jeremiah.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine if a bully at school used to pick on you, but now they're getting picked on by lots of other kids. That's what this verse is saying about Babylon. Just like the bully, Babylon was mean to Israel, but now they're getting treated the same way.
歴史的背景
Jeremiah, a prophet from Judah, wrote this in the 6th century BC. He was warning the people of Judah and others about the impending judgment on Babylon, a powerful empire that had caused much suffering, especially to the Israelites.
今日への適用
Today, we might see this as a warning against bullying or oppressive behavior. Just as Babylon's cruelty led to its downfall, our actions have consequences, and we should always strive to treat others with kindness and justice.