Psalms 83:17

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Дай стыду покрыть лицо их, чтобы они спрашивали об имени Твоём, о Господи!

Что это значит?

This verse is a prayer asking God to bring shame and trouble to enemies forever. The writer hopes they will be put to shame and destroyed. The speaker is praying for justice against those who oppose them.

Объяснение для детей

Imagine if you had a mean bully at school. This is like asking for the bully to feel really bad and sad all the time, so they learn not to be mean anymore. It's a prayer for the bullies to stop being bad.

Исторический контекст

This verse is part of Psalm 83, written by an unknown author in the era of the later Kings of Israel. The psalm is a prayer to God for help against enemies who are oppressing the Israelites. The cultural setting reflects times of conflict and distress for the Israelite people.

Применение сегодня

In today's world, this verse can be understood as a plea for justice in the face of ongoing harassment or bullying. For instance, someone dealing with continuous workplace harassment might pray for their harasser to feel the same frustration and shame they've caused.

Темы

• prayer
• justice
• enemies
• shame
• judgment
• hope

Связанные стихи

• Psalms 79:6
• Numbers 14:27
• 1 Corinthians 4:8
• Proverbs 26:28
• 1 Samuel 25:39

Часто задаваемые вопросы

Who is the speaker in this verse?

The speaker is not named, but is likely an Israelite who is praying for justice against their enemies.

What does 'confounded and troubled' mean?

It means to be confused, ashamed, and constantly in distress, unable to find peace or relief.

Can this verse be applied to personal enemies?

Yes, it can be used as a prayer for justice and for enemies to understand the harm they cause, though it's important to seek peace and forgiveness where possible.

What historical context influenced this psalm?

It was likely written during a time of conflict when Israel was facing opposition from hostile neighbors or rulers, leading to a call for divine intervention.