Zephaniah 2:9

Vietnamese (Kinh Thánh Tiếng Việt, Bản Dịch 2011)

Vì thế, như Ta hằng sống,” CHÚA các đạo quân, Đức Chúa Trời của I-sơ-ra-ên, phán, “Chắc chắn Mô-áp sẽ thành như Sô-đôm, Và xứ sở của con cái Am-môn sẽ ra như Gô-mô-ra. Đất nước của chúng sẽ thành đất hoang cho cỏ dại, Đầy các hầm muối, một vùng hoang phế muôn đời. Những kẻ còn sót lại của dân Ta sẽ đến cướp lấy chúng, Những kẻ sót lại của dân Ta sẽ đến chiếm hữu chúng.

Điều này có nghĩa gì?

This verse tells us that God will make Moab and the children of Ammon like Sodom and Gomorrah—places that were destroyed because of their wickedness. God says that what remains of his people will take over these lands.

Giải thích cho trẻ em

Imagine if your neighborhood was so naughty that it got turned into a big, empty field with nothing but nettles and salt pools. That's what God is saying might happen to Moab and Ammon because they've been very bad. But the good people will get to live there instead.

Bối cảnh lịch sử

Zephaniah wrote this verse around 625 BCE during the reign of King Josiah in Judah. It was a time when surrounding nations like Moab and Ammon were threatening Judah, so Zephaniah warned them that God would punish their wickedness.

Áp dụng cho hôm nay

Today, if we see people or groups acting unjustly towards others, this verse reminds us of the consequences for such actions. It encourages us to stand up against evil and strive for righteousness in our communities.

Chủ đề

• judgment
• righteousness
• punishment
• consequences of sin
• God's justice
• salvation for the righteous

Các câu liên quan

• Jeremiah 48:1
• Ezekiel 25:9
• Isaiah 15:1
• Matthew 10:15
• Luke 17:29

Câu hỏi thường gặp

What is the significance of mentioning Sodom and Gomorrah?

Mentioning Sodom and Gomorrah emphasizes the severity of God's judgment, as these cities were completely destroyed for their wickedness.

Who are Moab and Ammon in relation to Israel?

Moab and Ammon were neighboring nations of Israel who often opposed or threatened them. They were descendants of Lot, Abraham’s nephew.

Why does God say 'the residue of my people shall spoil them'?

This indicates that despite the judgment, a remnant of God's faithful people will survive and take possession of what was once Moab and Ammon.

How can we apply this verse to today’s world?

We can use this as a reminder that actions have consequences. It encourages us to seek justice and righteousness in our communities.