Zephaniah 2:9

Vietnamese Contemporary 2015 (Kinh Thánh Hiện Đại)

Vì thế, thật như Ta hằng sống, Mô-áp sẽ giống như Sô-đôm, người Am-môn sẽ giống như người Gô-mô-rơ. Đất của chúng sẽ biến thành nơi đầy gai gốc, có nhiều hầm muối và mãi mãi điêu tàn. Những người sống sót của dân Ta sẽ phá hoại chúng; dân còn lại sẽ được đất nước chúng làm sản nghiệp.”

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.