Numbers 33:55

Korean 1961 (개역한글)

너희가 만일 그 땅 거민을 너희 앞에서 몰아내지 아니하면 너희의 남겨둔 자가 너희의 눈에 가시와 너희의 옆구리에 찌르는 것이 되어 너희 거하는 땅에서 너희를 괴롭게 할 것이요

이 구절의 의미

This verse warns the Israelites that if they don't remove the inhabitants of the land they are entering, those remaining will cause them trouble. It's a warning from God that inaction will lead to problems in the future.

어린이를 위한 설명

Imagine you have a garden, and there are weeds you don't remove. These weeds will grow and make your garden not fun anymore. This verse is like saying, if you don't take out the weeds (the people in the land), they'll cause you trouble, just like weeds in your garden.

역사적 배경

Numbers 33 was written by Moses around 1400 BC. It's part of the Israelites' journey and instructions from God about the Promised Land. The audience was the Israelites about to enter Canaan, a land with many existing peoples.

오늘의 적용

In today's world, if a company decides not to address a problematic employee or issue within their team, it can lead to ongoing issues that disrupt the entire workplace. Addressing problems head-on can prevent future complications.

주제

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자주 묻는 질문

What does 'pricks in your eyes and thorns in your sides' mean?

It means the remaining inhabitants will be a constant source of irritation and discomfort, like how thorns and pricks cause pain and annoyance.

Why is this verse important for understanding the Israelites' journey?

It highlights the challenges the Israelites faced and the necessity of following God's commands to avoid future problems in the Promised Land.

How can we relate this verse to our daily lives?

We can apply this verse by addressing problems or conflicts directly to avoid them becoming larger issues in the future.

Are there any modern examples where this verse applies?

Yes, like in a workplace where ignoring a problematic team member can lead to ongoing issues, affecting the entire work environment.

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