Acts 19:40

Thai Bible (TNCV) 2007 - New Contemporary Version (พระคริสตธรรมคัมภีร์ไทย ฉบับอมตธรรมร่วมสมัย)

เหตุการณ์วันนี้ทำให้เราเสี่ยงต่อการตกเป็นผู้ก่อการจลาจลเพราะเราไม่มีเหตุผลที่จะอธิบายความวุ่นวายครั้งนี้”

ข้อนี้หมายความว่าอะไร?

In this verse from the Acts of the Apostles, a city official is warning others that they might get into trouble for causing an uproar without any good reason. The key message is about avoiding unnecessary conflict and being able to justify one's actions.

อธิบายสำหรับเด็ก

Imagine you're at school and your class has made a big fuss over something silly. Now, the principal wants to know why there was all that noise. This verse tells us it’s important not to cause trouble without having a good reason for doing so.

บริบททางประวัติศาสตร์

The book of Acts was written by Luke, likely around AD 60-70, during the early days of Christianity. It is directed at a wider audience, including non-believers and believers alike. The context here involves a tumultuous event in Ephesus where a crowd was stirred up against Paul and his companions without cause.

การประยุกต์ใช้วันนี้

In modern life, this verse can apply to situations like workplace conflicts. For example, if an employee causes a stir over minor issues that do not warrant such reactions, they might later find themselves questioned by management for disrupting the peace without justifiable reasons.

หัวข้อ

• conflict resolution
• justification
• peacekeeping
• public disturbance
• authority and responsibility
• stewardship of peace

ข้อพระคัมภีร์ที่เกี่ยวข้อง

• John 18:36
• Romans 13:4
• Matthew 5:9
• Proverbs 29:20
• Acts 5:28

คำถามที่พบบ่อย

What does it mean to 'give an account'?

To give an account means explaining your actions or decisions, especially when someone is questioning why you did something. It’s about being accountable for what you do.

Why was the city official worried?

The official was concerned that because of the uproar caused by the crowd without a good reason, they might face questions from higher authorities and find it hard to justify their actions.

How does this verse apply to everyday situations?

This verse reminds us to think before we act, especially in public spaces. It encourages us to avoid stirring up trouble unless there is a justifiable cause and we can explain our actions clearly.

What are the consequences of not being able to justify one's actions?

The consequences might include facing criticism or legal action from authorities, losing credibility with others, or damaging relationships within a community.