Numbers 23:21

Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))

だれもヤコブのうちに災のあるのを見ない、またイスラエルのうちに悩みのあるのを見ない。彼らの神、主が共にいまし、王をたたえる声がその中に聞える。

この聖句の意味

This verse says that God sees no sin in Jacob, which is another name for Israel, and that God is with them. It was spoken by Balaam, who was a prophet. The key message is that God's favor is with Israel and they have a strong presence, like a king among them.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine you have a best friend who always sees the good in you, even when others don't. That's like God with Israel. He loves them and supports them, and they feel like a king because of that love.

歴史的背景

Numbers 23:21 is part of the Book of Numbers, written by Moses around 1400 BC. The audience was the Israelites who were wandering in the desert after leaving Egypt. At this time, Balaam was hired by Balak, the king of Moab, to curse the Israelites, but instead, he ended up praising them.

今日への適用

In a modern scenario, imagine a family where the parents always see the best in their children. This can boost the children's confidence and make them feel supported and loved, much like how God sees the best in Israel.

トピック

• God's favor
• Israel
• Prophets
• Sin
• Divine support
• Praise

関連する聖句

• Deuteronomy 7:7
• Joshua 1:5
• Psalm 121:5
• Isaiah 43:25
• Romans 8:31

よくある質問

Who is speaking in Numbers 23:21?

Balaam, a prophet hired by Balak to curse the Israelites, is speaking in this verse.

What does it mean that God sees no iniquity in Jacob?

It means that God recognizes the righteousness of Israel and sees them as pure, despite their past and current challenges.

How does this verse relate to the theme of divine support?

This verse emphasizes God's support for Israel, showing His favor and presence among them.

What can we learn from Balaam's speech about God's perspective on Israel?

We can learn that God views His people with love and support, even in the face of external threats and challenges.