Titus 1:12
Korean
그래서 그레데 출신의 예언자조차 `이 그레데 사람들은 모두가 거짓말쟁이에다 배만 차면 그만인 게으른 동물 같은 것들이다'라고 말하지 않았습니까?
이 구절의 의미
This verse mentions a prophet from Crete who said that Cretans are always liars, evil beasts, and lazy people. It’s Titus quoting someone else to make a point about the behavior of some in Crete.
어린이를 위한 설명
Imagine if your friend told you that all kids from another school were very naughty. That's what this prophet is saying, but he's talking about grown-ups too!
역사적 배경
Titus was written by Paul around 63-65 AD to Titus, a young pastor in Crete. The Cretans had a bad reputation for dishonesty and laziness within the early Christian communities.
오늘의 적용
Think of a colleague who often makes promises but doesn't follow through. This verse suggests being cautious about trusting such people until they prove themselves reliable.
주제
truthfulnessmoralityreputationleadershipteachingcommunity standards
관련 구절
자주 묻는 질문
Who is speaking in Titus 1:12?
Paul, the author of Titus, quotes a Cretan prophet who criticized his own people. This shows that even among them, their reputation for dishonesty was acknowledged.
Why does Paul include this quote from a Cretan in his letter to Titus?
Paul uses the quote as evidence of the Cretans' bad behavior and warns Titus about the challenges he will face in leading the church there.
What does 'slow bellies' mean in this context?
'Slow bellies' likely refers to laziness or gluttony, indicating that the Cretans were not just dishonest but also lacked diligence and self-control.
Does Titus 1:12 imply all Cretans are liars and lazy?
While the verse generalizes about the Cretan people, it doesn't mean every single person from Crete. It's a comment on the reputation of the region.