khá cẩn thận, kẻo anh chị em sẽ bị mắc bẫy mà bắt chước họ, sau khi họ đã bị tiêu diệt trước mắt anh chị em. Chớ hỏi han về các thần của họ rằng, ‘Không biết các nước này đã thờ phượng các thần của họ như thế nào? Tôi cũng muốn làm như vậy.’
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This verse from Deuteronomy warns the Israelites not to follow the practices of the nations they conquer. God is speaking, warning them against imitating the religious practices of these nations, emphasizing that such practices are harmful.
Giải thích cho trẻ em
Imagine you're playing a game where you have to avoid a trap. This verse is like a parent telling you not to step into that trap even if you see others falling for it. Just because others do something doesn't mean it's good for you.
Bối cảnh lịch sử
Moses spoke this to the Israelites before they entered the Promised Land. It was around 1400 BC, and the Israelites were about to conquer Canaan, where they would face various pagan practices. The warning is to keep them from following these practices and staying true to God.
Áp dụng cho hôm nay
In today’s world, this verse can remind us not to follow harmful trends or practices just because others are doing them. For example, avoiding peer pressure to engage in risky behaviors because a group of friends is doing it.