Romans 3:13

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მათი ხორხი ღია სამარეა. ენებით ცრუობენ. მათ ბაგეებზე ასპიტის გესლია.

What Does This Mean?

This verse talks about how some people use their words in very harmful ways, like a snake's poison. It suggests that these deceitful and hurtful words come from deep within them. The speaker is highlighting the sinful nature of humans.

Explained for Children

Imagine if someone you trusted whispered poison instead of kind words - that's what this verse means. Some people use their words to hurt others, just like a snake uses its bite.

Historical Background

Paul wrote Romans around 57 AD to the Christians in Rome, addressing their need for understanding about righteousness and faith. This passage reflects the idea prevalent in Jewish thought of that time, which viewed deceitful speech as extremely wicked.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, think about how you communicate online or with others; sometimes our words can be hurtful without us realizing it. It's important to choose our words carefully and positively impact those around us.

Topics

• sinfulness
• speech
• deceit
• poisonous words
• human nature
• righteousness

Related Verses

• Psalm 5:9
• Psalm 140:3
• Proverbs 18:8
• Ephesians 4:29
• James 1:26

Recommended Reading

Commentary Romans Commentaries → Get This Bible Georgian GEO02 (ბიბლია) Study Bible →

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this verse teach us about human nature?

This verse teaches that humans can be deceitful and their speech can harm others, reflecting the sinful aspects of human nature.

How do I apply Romans 3:13 to avoid harmful communication?

To avoid harmful communication, consider your words carefully before speaking or writing. Think about how they might affect others and strive to use kind and truthful speech instead.

What does 'an open sepulchre' mean in this context?

'An open sepulchre' symbolizes something deeply unclean or corrupt, suggesting that the words coming from these people's mouths are extremely harmful, much like a source of contamination.

Can you explain the metaphor of 'poison of asps' in Romans 3:13?

The poison of asps is used to describe how deceitful words can be very dangerous and hurtful, just like snake venom. This emphasizes the destructive power of harmful speech.