Psalms 59:13

Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))

憤りをもって彼らを滅ぼし、もはやながらえることのないまでに、彼らを滅ぼしてください。そうすれば地のはてまで、人々は神がヤコブを治められることを知るに至るでしょう。〔セラ

この聖句の意味

In this verse, David is asking God to punish his enemies because they are wicked. He wants them to disappear so that others can understand that God is in control of everything. The word 'Selah' is a musical direction, meaning a pause for emphasis.

子どもにもわかる説明

Imagine you have a bunch of bullies who always cause trouble. You ask your mom and dad to make the bullies go away so that everyone can see how strong and in charge your parents are. That's what David is asking God to do in this verse.

歴史的背景

This verse is from Psalm 59, a song of David, likely written during his time of persecution. The psalm reflects a cry for God's justice against those who were plotting against him. The audience would have been other Israelites who were also facing oppression.

今日への適用

Consider a scenario where you're facing a difficult situation at work or school where people are trying to undermine you. This verse reminds you to trust in God's ultimate control and justice, and to hold onto the belief that God will intervene if you ask Him to.

トピック

• justice
• trust
• enemies
• God's sovereignty
• prayer
• hope

関連する聖句

• Psalm 7:11
• Psalm 83:18
• Nehemiah 9:32
• Romans 12:19
• Revelation 19:2

よくある質問

What does 'consume them in wrath' mean?

It means David is asking God to completely destroy his enemies with His anger, showing that God's justice is powerful and decisive.

Why does David ask for his enemies to be destroyed?

David believes that by removing the enemies, God will be glorified, and others will recognize His authority and justice.

What is the meaning of 'Selah' in this verse?

Selah is a word in the Hebrew text that likely indicates a musical pause or emphasis, allowing the reader or singer to reflect on the preceding words.

How does this verse relate to God's sovereignty?

This verse emphasizes that God is the ruler over all, even in the midst of evil, and that He will act to maintain justice and order.