Psalms 71:24
Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))
この聖句の意味
In this verse, the speaker promises to talk about God's righteousness all day. The speaker also mentions that those who try to harm them will be ashamed. The key message is about speaking truth and the shame that falls on those who do wrong.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine you have a friend who always tells the truth, and another friend who often lies. The one who tells the truth will always be proud of what they say, while the one who lies will feel embarrassed when caught. This verse is like that - the person speaking will keep talking about God's goodness, and those who try to hurt them will feel embarrassed.
歴史的背景
Psalm 71 is traditionally attributed to King David, written during his reign in ancient Israel. The psalmist, likely David, speaks to God in prayer, expressing confidence in God's protection and righteousness. The verse reflects a context where the writer faces enemies but trusts in God's justice.
今日への適用
In a modern context, imagine a person who consistently speaks about the good things in their life and the positive values they believe in, despite facing adversaries who try to bring them down. This verse encourages speaking truthfully and confidently in the face of opposition.