Job 39:15
Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))
この聖句の意味
This verse is talking about an ostrich that doesn't realize that its eggs could be crushed by someone stepping on them or broken by wild animals. It's part of God's speech to Job, showing how the ostrich acts without concern for its offspring.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine if you had a special toy that you forgot about outside. You don't think about how someone might step on it or a dog might break it. That's like the ostrich in this verse, it doesn't think about how its eggs could get hurt.
歴史的背景
The Book of Job was likely written between 1500 and 1000 BC. It's part of the wisdom literature of the Old Testament, written by an unknown author. The audience was likely the Israelites, and the context is a dialogue between Job and God, where God is showing His power and wisdom through nature.
今日への適用
In today's world, this verse reminds us to be mindful of the consequences of our actions. For example, a business owner might forget to consider the impact of their business practices on the environment or the community.