Joshua 21:26

Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))

その他のコハテびとの氏族の町は、合わせて十であって、それに属する放牧地があった。

この聖句の意味

This verse from Joshua tells us that ten cities with their surrounding areas were given to the remaining families of the Kohathites, a subgroup of the Levites. The verse is part of the record of how the land was divided among the tribes of Israel.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine you have a big house with ten rooms. Each room is for a different family of your cousins who need a place to live. That's what this verse is saying: ten special houses were given to the Kohathites, a family of helpers in the temple.

歴史的背景

The book of Joshua was written by Joshua or others in his time, around 1350-1250 BC. It documents the conquest and settlement of Canaan by the Israelites after the Exodus. This particular verse is part of a detailed list of cities given to the Levites for their support and service.

今日への適用

Today, this verse can remind us of the importance of community and support systems. Just as the Kohathites were given specific places to live and serve, we too can find our place in the community where we can both serve and be supported.

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よくある質問

What were the Kohathites responsible for?

The Kohathites were a subgroup of the Levites, responsible for transporting the tabernacle and its furnishings as the Israelites traveled.

Why were they given ten cities?

They were given these cities for a place to live and serve, as part of the land distribution to the Levites to support their service to God.

What does this verse tell us about community?

It shows the importance of providing for those who serve the community, ensuring they have a place to live and work.

How can we apply this verse to our lives today?

We can look for ways to support those who serve our communities, finding places and ways for them to both serve and be supported.

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