Acts 19:13

Korean AEB

그러나 사방으로 돌아다니면서 귀신을 쫓아 내는 유대인 중에서도 주 예수님의 이름으로 귀신을 쫓아 내려는 사람들이 있었습니다. 그들은 “바울이 전파하는 그 예수의 이름으로 명령한다. 그 사람에게서 나오너라”고 말하곤 했습니다.

이 구절의 의미

In this verse, some traveling Jewish exorcists try to use Jesus' name to cast out evil spirits from people. They say they're doing it in the same way Paul teaches. This shows how seriously they took Jesus' power.

어린이를 위한 설명

Imagine if you had a magic word that could stop any bully. Some kids heard about this magic word and tried using it, thinking it would work like magic to solve their problems. They said the word just like another kid taught them.

역사적 배경

The book of Acts was written by Luke, likely around 60-80 AD, to a non-Jewish audience explaining early Christian practices. In this context, wandering Jewish exorcists were common and attempted to use Jesus' name for their own purposes.

오늘의 적용

Today, some people might misuse religious language or symbols without understanding the depth of what they represent. For example, someone might casually say 'God bless you' without genuine faith behind it.

주제

• faith
• power of God
• exorcism
• travelling preachers
• misuse of religion
• Jesus' name

관련 구절

• Luke 10:17
• Mark 9:38-40
• Matthew 28:19
• Ephesians 5:26
• James 2:19

자주 묻는 질문

Why did the Jewish exorcists use Jesus' name?

The exorcists used Jesus' name because they believed it had power to cast out evil spirits, similar to how Paul preached.

What does this verse say about using God's name?

It suggests that using God's or Jesus' name should be done with genuine faith and understanding, not casually or for show.

How can we apply this lesson in our daily lives?

We must use religious language sincerely, reflecting real belief rather than just to impress others or solve problems without deep faith.

What does it mean by 'vagabond Jews'?

'Vagabond Jews' refers to traveling Jewish exorcists who moved from place to place performing their practices, often seeking personal gain.