그러나 발람이 그들에게 대답하였다. `발락 왕이 금은 보화가 가득한 궁전을 나에게 준다고 해도 나는 내 하나님 여호와의 명령을 어기는 일은 그 어떤 것도 할 수 없소.
이 구절의 의미
Balaam is telling Balak's servants that even if Balak gave him all the silver and gold in his house, he still wouldn't go against God's word. He cannot do less or more than what God has commanded.
어린이를 위한 설명
Imagine if your best friend offered you all their toys to do something against your parents' rules. Balaam is saying no matter how many toys are offered, he will not break God's rules.
역사적 배경
Numbers 22 was written by Moses around 1400 BC, detailing the events of Balaam and Balak. The Israelites were camped on the plains of Moab, and Balak, the king of Moab, was afraid of their power.
오늘의 적용
In modern times, we might face situations where someone offers us a lot of money or a reward to do something unethical or against our values. Balaam's response teaches us to stay true to our principles and God's commands, regardless of诱惑。