Avui Wasilaka or Masikome ria. Karem uwosik ma ol orin lotu ukmbaha hishiwa ma ondo Masikome orhi nga mbele mbele omekop nanda nga orin omendingak li lotu uka, yanga yanga os li liwa mishi orok. Ma ol or mbawa nombo orok orin lotu uwa ma ondon rupshinda ri. Hako jir Samariak fehenda mbeek ma or ji lotu undan heyenda ambu jir, wahau. Men lotu unda jir. Hako nir Judama God or ni lotu undan angop ni heyenda ri. Angop maskop Avui Wasilaka mashi las nir Judaman karem or mbari osa, “Kumak Judahi krahak fehe ma lar avak a kamashinak hulaima nokopman jivinakwa ria.” Erem or mbahanda mashi ter osmu omendingak nanduwa.”
What Does This Mean?
Jesus is telling the Samaritan woman that her people don't fully understand what they worship, while the Jews know who they are worshipping because salvation comes from them.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a favorite toy but you're not sure where it came from. Jesus says that's like the Samaritans and their beliefs. But for the Jewish people, they know exactly where their special 'toy'—salvation—came from!
Historical Background
The Gospel of John was written around A.D. 90 by John, one of Jesus' disciples. This verse is part of a conversation between Jesus and a Samaritan woman at Jacob's well. The cultural tension between Jews and Samaritans highlights the significance of Jesus' statement.
Living It Out Today
Think about times when you might not fully understand your beliefs or actions. Like choosing to follow someone’s advice without knowing their background, it helps to have clear knowledge and understanding in what we believe and why.
Because Jewish tradition and prophecy set the stage for the Messiah, who would bring salvation to all. This reflects God's plan as revealed through the Hebrew scriptures.
How can this verse be applied in our daily lives?
We should always seek a clear understanding of our beliefs and actions, ensuring they align with truth and wisdom from divine sources.
What does Jesus mean by 'we know what we worship'?
Jesus is referring to the Jews having a direct lineage in knowing God's will through the Hebrew scriptures, unlike Samaritans who had limited access to these teachings.
Why do some people not understand what they are worshipping?
This could be due to incomplete knowledge or understanding of their own beliefs. It's important to have a clear and informed faith.