Proverbs 21:14

Vietnamese Contemporary 2015 (Kinh Thánh Hiện Đại)

Quà biếu âm thầm làm nguôi cơn giận; hối lộ kín giấu khiến thịnh nộ tan.

Điều này có nghĩa gì?

This verse says that giving a gift secretly can calm someone who is angry. It also says that a gift given privately can ease strong anger. The writer is describing the power of gifts to soothe tempers.

Giải thích cho trẻ em

Imagine you're playing with your friend and they get really mad at you. If you give them a secret gift, like a toy or a snack, it might help them feel better and stop being angry. It's like magic!

Bối cảnh lịch sử

The book of Proverbs was written by King Solomon and other wise men over centuries. It was written to give wise advice to people, especially young people, on how to live a good life. In ancient Israel, gifts were often used to smooth over difficult situations.

Áp dụng cho hôm nay

If you have a friend who is very upset with you, you could try giving them a gift to help calm things down. For example, if you accidentally broke their toy, giving them a new toy or a heartfelt apology card might help them forgive you.

Chủ đề

• wisdom
• anger management
• gift-giving
• forgiveness
• relationships
• conflict resolution

Các câu liên quan

• Proverbs 17:8
• Proverbs 18:16
• Exodus 22:21
• Matthew 5:23-24
• 1 Peter 3:14

Sách nên đọc

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Câu hỏi thường gặp

Is it okay to use gifts to calm someone down?

Yes, it can be a helpful way to show you care and to make things better when someone is upset. But it's also important to address the real issues causing the anger.

Does this verse apply to all situations?

While this verse can be helpful in many situations, it's important to use wisdom and not rely solely on gifts to fix deeper problems. Each situation is different.

What kind of gifts are effective?

Any thoughtful gift can work, but the key is that it's given sincerely and with the intention to make things better. It's the thought and the gesture that matter.

How does this relate to forgiveness?

Offering a gift can be a way to show regret and a desire for forgiveness. It's often the first step in rebuilding trust and healing a relationship.