Psalms 119:155
Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))
この聖句の意味
This verse from Psalms says that wicked people cannot find salvation because they don't follow God's rules. It's like a father saying his children won't find happiness if they ignore his good advice.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine you have a treasure map, but you don't want to follow it. The treasure is far away because you're not looking for it. This verse says the same thing about people who don't follow God's rules.
歴史的背景
Psalms 119 is part of the book of Psalms, traditionally attributed to King David. However, Psalm 119 is anonymous and was likely written much later, possibly during the Babylonian exile. The psalmist is writing for an audience who is deeply committed to God's law and sees it as a source of guidance and salvation.
今日への適用
In modern times, this verse applies to someone who might ignore moral guidance and then wonder why they face difficulties. For example, a young person who ignores the advice of their parents and community ends up in trouble because they didn’t seek the wisdom and protection offered.