Luke 11:48

Vietnamese Contemporary 2015 (Kinh Thánh Hiện Đại)

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Jesus is speaking to the Pharisees and Sadducees, saying that by building tombs for prophets their ancestors killed, they are showing approval of those past killings. The verse highlights hypocrisy.

Giải thích cho trẻ em

Imagine your grandpa used to bully kids at school, but now he's nice. If you built a statue for him because of his other good deeds, it might seem like you approve of the bullying too. That’s what Jesus is saying here.

Bối cảnh lịch sử

The verse comes from Luke's Gospel, written around 80-100 AD. It was addressed to Jewish religious leaders who were questioning and opposing Jesus. The Pharisees and Sadducees were known for their strict adherence to the law but also their hypocrisy.

Áp dụng cho hôm nay

Today, if we honor people who have done harmful things in the past without acknowledging those actions, it can seem like we approve of them. For example, celebrating a historical figure's accomplishments while ignoring their role in slavery.

Chủ đề

• hypocrisy
• forgiveness
• history
• justice
• morality
• leadership

Các câu liên quan

• Matthew 23:29-31
• Hebrews 11:37
• John 8:44
• Acts 7:51-53
• Ezekiel 16:43

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Câu hỏi thường gặp

Why are the Pharisees and Sadducees criticized here?

They are criticized for building monuments to prophets their ancestors had killed, implying approval of those killings while pretending to be righteous themselves.

What does this verse teach about honoring historical figures?

It warns against celebrating people who have done harmful things in the past without acknowledging and repenting for those actions.

Can you give an example of hypocrisy similar to what Jesus describes here?

An example might be supporting a political figure's policies while ignoring their personal misconduct or unethical behavior from the past.

How can we avoid being hypocritical like those in this verse?

We should strive for transparency and integrity, acknowledging both positive and negative aspects of historical figures and our own actions to promote true righteousness.