Leviticus 27:8

Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))

もしその人が貧しくて、あなたの値積りに応じることができないならば、祭司の前に立ち、祭司の値積りを受けなければならない。祭司はその誓願者の力に従って値積らなければならない。

この聖句の意味

This verse from Leviticus is about how to value a person's vow if they cannot afford what they promised. It says that if someone is too poor to pay what they promised, they should go to the priest, who will set a fair price based on what the person can afford.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine you promised to give your friend your favorite toy, but you can't find it. This verse says you should ask a grown-up, like a teacher, to help decide what you can give instead, based on what you have.

歴史的背景

This verse was written by Moses around 1250 BC, as part of the law for the Israelites. It reflects the cultural practice of making vows and the need for a fair system when someone could not meet the terms of their vow.

今日への適用

If someone in your community has made a promise they can't fulfill due to financial hardship, you can help by finding a fair solution that acknowledges their intention and ability.

トピック

• vows
• fairness
• poverty
• priestly duties
• generosity
• community

関連する聖句

• Exodus 22:25
• Deuteronomy 15:11
• 2 Kings 4:1
• Matthew 5:33
• James 5:12

よくある質問

Who is the priest in Leviticus 27:8?

The priest is a religious leader in the Israelite community, responsible for interpreting and applying the law, such as setting a fair value for vows.

What if someone cannot pay their vow?

If someone cannot pay what they vowed, they should go to the priest, who will set a fair price based on their ability to pay.

Why does the priest need to intervene?

The priest intervenes to ensure fairness and to prevent someone from being unfairly burdened by a vow they cannot afford to fulfill.

Does this apply to non-financial vows?

Yes, the principle of fairness and ability applies to all kinds of vows, whether they involve money or other forms of commitment.