Judges 16:27

Korean KLB (현대인의 성경)

그 신전에는 수많은 남녀가 가득차 있었다. 블레셋 모든 통치자들도 거기에 있었으며 옥상에는 3,000명 정도의 남녀가 삼손이 재주 부리는 것을 지켜보고 있었다.

이 구절의 의미

This verse describes the scene where Samson is entertaining a large crowd, including the Philistine leaders, at a feast. The house was filled with people, and about three thousand more were on the roof watching him. It sets the stage for a dramatic event to follow.

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Imagine a big party with lots of people, like at a school gym. Everyone is there to watch Samson do funny things. But this isn’t just any party; it’s a dangerous one because the bad guys are there too.

역사적 배경

The Book of Judges was written around 1000 BCE by various authors, likely compiled by Samuel or another prophet. The text reflects the period of the Judges, when Israel was being oppressed by neighboring peoples like the Philistines, and describes how Samson, as a judge, fought against them.

오늘의 적용

In today's context, we can see this as a reminder that our actions can have far-reaching consequences, especially when we are in the spotlight. Like Samson, we should be mindful of the crowd we entertain and how our choices impact others.

주제

• judgment
• oppression
• faithfulness
• consequences
• strength
• weakness

관련 구절

• 1 Samuel 17:48
• Ephesians 5:15
• 1 Corinthians 9:24
• Proverbs 22:3
• Psalm 141:3

자주 묻는 질문

Why were there so many people watching Samson?

The Philistines were curious about Samson and wanted to see him perform. They also wanted to keep an eye on him to ensure he wouldn’t cause trouble.

What were the Philistine lords doing there?

They were likely watching Samson to assess his strength and to entertain themselves. This was a critical moment where they underestimated Samson's resolve.

What can we learn about crowd dynamics from this verse?

Crowd dynamics can influence decisions and outcomes. Samson used the crowd's presence for his final act, showing how numbers can amplify impact.

How does this verse connect to the theme of strength?

Samson’s strength is a central theme. Despite being blind and bound, he still had the strength to bring down the house, showing that true strength often comes from within.