Psalms 74:21
Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))
この聖句の意味
This verse asks God not to let the people who are treated unfairly feel ashamed. Instead, it asks that the poor and needy can praise God's name. It's part of a psalm where someone is asking God to act for the oppressed.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine you and your friends are playing and one of your friends gets bullied. This verse is like asking a grown-up to make sure that friend doesn't feel bad about themselves and can still smile and thank the grown-up for helping.
歴史的背景
Psalm 74 is part of a collection of psalms believed to be written by Asaph, a singer and musician in the temple. It was likely written during a time of trouble for the Israelites, possibly during the Babylonian exile. The psalmist is calling out to God for help and justice.
今日への適用
Consider a modern scenario where a person in a low-income neighborhood is struggling to make ends meet. This verse reminds us to pray for God's intervention to lift them out of their struggles, so they can have hope and praise God's name.