Luke 18:2

Vietnamese Contemporary 2015 (Kinh Thánh Hiện Đại)

“Tại thành phố kia có một phán quan không kính sợ Đức Chúa Trời, cũng chẳng vị nể ai.

Điều này có nghĩa gì?

This verse introduces a parable told by Jesus about a judge who doesn't respect God or other people. The story is meant to illustrate an important lesson.

Giải thích cho trẻ em

Imagine there's a town with a mean mayor who never listens to anyone and doesn't care about doing the right thing, just like how sometimes you might meet a kid on the playground who only thinks about themselves and isn't nice to others.

Bối cảnh lịch sử

This verse is from Luke's Gospel, written around 80-100 AD. The audience was primarily Gentile Christians living in the Roman Empire, where justice could be corrupt or inaccessible for the poor.

Áp dụng cho hôm nay

Consider a scenario where you see someone being treated unfairly at work and no one seems to care; Jesus’ parable suggests that even if it feels like no one is listening, we should continue seeking justice as we would expect God to do for us.

Chủ đề

• justice
• faithfulness
• perseverance
• corruption
• authority
• hope

Các câu liên quan

• Deuteronomy 16:18-20
• Proverbs 17:15
• Isaiah 10:1-4
• Matthew 23:23
• Romans 13:3-4

Sách nên đọc

Chú giải Chú giải Luke → Mua Kinh Thánh này Kinh Thánh nghiên cứu Contemporary (Kinh Thánh Hiện Đại) →

Câu hỏi thường gặp

Is this judge a real person?

No, the judge is part of Jesus' parable and represents a type of character rather than a specific historical figure.

Why does Jesus use such a negative example in his story?

Jesus uses this example to highlight the contrast between human justice and divine justice, emphasizing that God's justice is always there for those who seek it.

What's the lesson of this parable?

The main lesson is about persistence in prayer. Even if human authorities are unjust or unresponsive, we should continue to pray and trust that God will ultimately act justly.

How can I relate this verse to my life?

Think of situations where you might feel ignored or powerless. This parable encourages you to persevere in seeking justice through prayer, trusting that God sees and hears your concerns.