Ze zeiden tegen de vrouw: "We geloven nu niet meer in Hem om wat jij hebt gezegd, want we hebben Hem nu zelf gehoord en we weten dat Hij werkelijk de Christus is, de Redder van de wereld."
Wat betekent dit?
In John 4:42, the Samaritans tell a woman that they now believe Jesus is the Christ and Saviour of the world because they heard him for themselves, not just because she told them.
Uitgelegd voor kinderen
Imagine you had a friend who said there was an amazing new playground in town. You weren't sure at first but then went to see it yourself. Now you know it's great without your friend telling you!
Historische achtergrond
John wrote this gospel, likely around 90 AD, for a wider audience including non-Jewish Christians. The Samaritans and Jews had a tense relationship; their acceptance of Jesus highlights the universality of his message.
Toepassing voor vandaag
If someone tells you about something great but you're unsure, seek out more information yourself. Just like the Samaritans hearing Jesus directly, your own experience can solidify beliefs or decisions.