Tswana 1993 (Lefoko: La Botshelo Kgolagano e Ntsha)
Jesu a fetola a re, “Ke dirile go le Sabata ke fodisa motho, mme lo ne lwa hakgamala. Mme le lona lo dira go le Sabata, fa lo obamela molao wa ga Moshe wa go rupisa (tota, le gale, mokgwa o wa go rupisa o mogologolo go na le molao wa ga Moshe); ka gore fa nako e e siameng ya go rupisa bana ba lona e tla go le Sabata, lo tswelela pele lo rupisa, jaaka lo tshwanetse. Jaanong ke eng fa ke atlholelwa go fodisa motho go le Sabata?
What Does This Mean?
In John 7:21, Jesus responds to people who are amazed by a deed He has done. He is pointing out that they should not be surprised because His works show the power of God.
Explained for Children
Imagine you've built an amazing sandcastle and everyone looks at it in wonder. You might say, 'I just made this one thing and you're all so amazed!' That's what Jesus is saying here. He did something great, and people were very surprised by it.
Historical Background
This verse comes from the Gospel of John, written around AD 90-100. It was directed at early Christians in a time when they faced skepticism about Jesus' teachings and miracles. The setting is a Jewish feast where religious leaders questioned Jesus' authority.
Living It Out Today
Imagine someone doubts your ability to solve problems at work. You might say, 'I just solved this issue, and you're all surprised?' This verse encourages us to trust in our abilities when they are guided by good principles or inspired by faith.