Luke 6:36
Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))
この聖句の意味
This verse is from the book of Luke and Jesus is speaking to his disciples. He tells them that they should show mercy just as God shows mercy to everyone. The key message is about being merciful because God is merciful.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine your mom or dad forgives you when you make a mistake. They do this not because of what you've done, but because they love you and want the best for you. Jesus says we should be like that too: forgiving others just as our parents forgive us.
歴史的背景
Luke was written by Luke, a doctor who traveled with Paul. It's believed to have been composed around AD 80-100. The audience includes both Jewish and Gentile Christians in the early church, reflecting the Hellenistic culture of that time.
今日への適用
In today’s world, being merciful can mean offering forgiveness or support to someone who has wronged you instead of seeking revenge. For example, if a coworker makes a mistake that affects your work negatively, showing mercy might involve helping them correct their error rather than complaining about it.