Numbers 31:39
Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))
この聖句の意味
This verse from Numbers 31:39 lists the number of donkeys taken as spoils of war, and specifies how many were dedicated to God as tribute. It's part of a larger accounting of war spoils.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine you and your friends found a big pile of toys after a game. You decide to give some of those toys to a friend who helped you. This verse is like that, but with donkeys instead of toys, and they're giving some to God.
歴史的背景
The Book of Numbers was likely written around 1400 BC by Moses. It details the experiences of the Israelites in the wilderness. This particular verse is part of a detailed accounting of the spoils taken from the Midianites after a war.
今日への適用
Today, we can think about this verse as a reminder to give back to our community or to God a portion of what we have. It encourages us to be generous with our blessings.