Numbers 35:15

Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))

これらの六つの町は、イスラエルの人々と、他国の人および寄留者のために、のがれの場所としなければならない。すべてあやまって人を殺した者が、そこにのがれるためである。

この聖句の意味

This verse from Numbers states that six cities have been designated as places of refuge for anyone who has accidentally killed someone. The refuge is available to both Israelites and foreigners. The key message is about providing a safe place for those who have committed unintentional manslaughter.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine if you accidentally knocked over a vase at a friend's house. You might feel scared and want to hide. This verse says that if someone accidentally hurts another person, they can go to a special city where they'll be safe until everything is sorted out.

歴史的背景

This text is part of the Book of Numbers, traditionally believed to be written by Moses around 1400 BCE. It was given to the Israelites as part of the Law to guide them in setting up their society after their exodus from Egypt. The concept of refuge cities was unique and aimed at preventing blood feuds.

今日への適用

In modern times, this verse can remind us of the importance of understanding and forgiveness. For example, if a teacher accidentally hurts a student while playing a game, the teacher can seek understanding from the student and parents, just as the person who accidentally killed someone could seek refuge and justice.

トピック

• justice
• forgiveness
• legal systems
• refuge
• accidental harm
• protection

関連する聖句

• Exodus 21:12-14
• Joshua 20:1-9
• 1 Kings 2:28-32
• Matthew 5:21-26
• Romans 13:1-5

よくある質問

Who was allowed to use the cities of refuge?

The cities of refuge were available to all, including Israelites and foreigners, who had accidentally killed someone and needed a safe place to avoid revenge from the victim's family.

What was the purpose of these cities?

These cities provided a safe haven for those who had committed unintentional manslaughter, allowing them to avoid immediate retribution and to stand trial to determine the nature of their actions.

How were these cities chosen?

The cities were chosen strategically across the land of Israel to ensure that no one would be far from a city of refuge, and they were located in areas that could support and protect the inhabitants.

What happened to someone who fled to a city of refuge?

Once in a city of refuge, the person was to stay until the death of the high priest, after which they could return home safely, having been cleared of intentional murder.