Hij was veracht, en de onwaardigste onder de mensen, een Man van smarten, en verzocht in krankheid; en een iegelijk was als verbergende het aangezicht voor Hem; Hij was veracht, en wij hebben Hem niet geacht.
Wat betekent dit?
This verse talks about how Jesus was despised and rejected by people. It describes Him as someone who experiences a lot of sorrow and grief, and people avoid looking at Him because they do not value Him.
Uitgelegd voor kinderen
Imagine you have a friend who is always sad and no one likes to play with him. This verse is like that, but for Jesus. People didn't want to be friends with Him and thought He wasn't important.
Historische achtergrond
The verse is from the book of Isaiah, written around 700 BC. Isaiah was a prophet who wrote to the Israelites, predicting future events, including the suffering of the Messiah. The cultural setting was one of exile and restoration, with messages aimed at Israel's return to God.
Toepassing voor vandaag
Consider a time when someone in your community was unfairly treated or ignored. Perhaps it was a new student at school. Think about how Isaiah 53:3 encourages us to recognize the value in those who are often overlooked or rejected.