또 우리가 떠날 때 이 가죽부대에 포도주도 담아 왔지요. 떠나올 때에는 가죽부대도 새것이었어요. 그런데 오는 길이 하도 멀다보니 이렇게 낡아버렸습니다. 해어지기까지 하였어요. 우리가 입고 있는 이 옷과 신발도 우리가 길을 떠날 때에는 모두 새것이었지요. 그런데 하도 길이 멀다 보니 이렇게 다 떨어지고 낡아 버렸습니다'
이 구절의 의미
This verse describes the Gibeonites convincing Joshua that they traveled a long distance. They show torn wineskins and old clothes and shoes as proof of their journey. This is part of their deception to make a peace treaty with Israel.
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Imagine you and your friends are trying to trick your parents into letting you stay at a friend's house. You might show them your old, worn-out shoes and a ripped book to show how far you've traveled. The Gibeonites did something similar to trick Joshua into thinking they came from far away.
역사적 배경
Joshua 9 was written by Joshua, a military leader, around 1400-1300 BCE. It was written for the Israelites to remember their history and to understand the strategies used to secure the land they were given.
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In modern times, we can apply this verse by being cautious of people who try to deceive us with elaborate stories or proof. It's important to verify information and not be easily swayed by convincing but false evidence.