Matthew 20:10

Vietnamese (Kinh Thánh Tiếng Việt, Bản Dịch 2011)

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Điều này có nghĩa gì?

This verse from Matthew's gospel explains that the workers who started early in the vineyard thought they would get more pay than those hired last, but everyone received one penny. This shows God’s fairness and grace.

Giải thích cho trẻ em

Imagine you're playing a game with your friends, and some start earlier while others join later. At the end of the day, each friend gets a candy for playing. Even if you played longer, it's about sharing equally and being happy for everyone!

Bối cảnh lịch sử

Matthew wrote this gospel around 80-90 AD to an audience primarily composed of Jewish Christians, emphasizing Jesus' fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy. The story reflects the cultural expectation that those who work harder or longer should receive more reward.

Áp dụng cho hôm nay

In a modern context, think about a group project where everyone gets the same grade regardless of individual effort. This can teach us about the importance of contentment with what we have and valuing fairness in teamwork.

Chủ đề

• fairness
• contentment
• grace
• reward
• teamwork
• equality

Các câu liên quan

• 1 Corinthians 4:7
• Romans 3:29-30
• Luke 17:5-6
• James 2:1-4
• Ephesians 4:7

Câu hỏi thường gặp

Why were the first workers upset?

The first workers expected to receive more pay because they worked longer, showing their lack of understanding about God's generous and fair ways.

What does 'penny' mean in this context?

In this parable, 'penny' represents a day’s wage. It symbolizes the equal reward given by the master to all workers regardless of how long they worked.

How can we apply this story today?

We should be content with what God gives us and understand that His rewards are fair even if it seems others receive similar benefits for less effort.

What is the main message of this parable?

The parable teaches about fairness, grace, and the importance of not comparing our efforts to those of others when seeking rewards from God.