Leviticus 27:12
Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))
この聖句の意味
This verse explains that when a person offers a gift, a priest will determine its value, whether it's good or bad. The priest's valuation is final. God is speaking through the laws given in Leviticus.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine you're playing a game where you bring a toy to trade. Your mom or dad decides how many stickers you get for that toy. They look at it carefully and decide, no matter if it's new or old, shiny or not. Their decision is final, just like the priest's decision in this verse.
歴史的背景
Leviticus was written by Moses around 1400 BC for the Israelites. It outlines laws and instructions to guide their religious practices, including how to make offerings. This verse is part of the detailed instructions on how to value offerings properly.
今日への適用
In modern life, this verse can remind us to trust the expertise of those in authority positions, like financial advisors or legal experts, who can provide a fair assessment. For instance, if you're selling a car, you might consult a mechanic to determine its value, trusting their expertise just as the Israelites trusted the priests.