Ruth 1:20
Japanese (Colloquial version (1955))
この聖句の意味
Naomi, in the book of Ruth, is telling people not to call her by her old name, which means 'pleasant,' because she feels bitter and sad. She believes that God has made her life very difficult. Naomi's words show how she is struggling with her current situation.
子どもにもわかる説明
Imagine you had a nickname that meant 'happy,' but then something really tough happened, and you felt sad all the time. You might want people to call you something else, like 'sad face,' because that's how you feel inside now. That's what Naomi is doing here.
歴史的背景
The Book of Ruth was likely written by an unknown author around the 10th century BCE. It is set during the period of the Judges, and the narrative focuses on the Moabite woman Ruth and her Israelite mother-in-law Naomi. The story highlights themes of loyalty, family, and God's providence in a challenging time.
今日への適用
Today, when someone faces a series of hardships, they might feel like they’ve lost their old self. Imagine losing a job or a loved one and feeling like you're no longer the 'happy' person you once were. Naomi's story can remind us that our feelings are valid, but also that our circumstances can change with God's help.