Matthew 20:11

Vietnamese (Kinh Thánh Tiếng Việt 1925)

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In this verse from Matthew's Gospel, the workers who had been working all day complained when they received their pay after seeing others hired later in the day get paid the same amount. The 'goodman of the house' refers to the landowner or employer.

Giải thích cho trẻ em

Imagine you're playing a game with your friends where everyone gets the same prize, but some kids joined late and still got the same prize as those who played all along. You might feel upset too!

Bối cảnh lịch sử

Matthew wrote this Gospel around A.D. 80-90 for Jewish Christians living in a predominantly Gentile environment. The passage reflects concerns about fairness and grace, concepts that would resonate with both Jewish and Greek cultures.

Áp dụng cho hôm nay

In today's workplace, employees might feel resentful if a colleague gets the same bonus or recognition despite putting in less effort. This verse teaches us to focus on gratitude for what we receive rather than comparing ourselves to others.

Chủ đề

• fairness
• gratitude
• resentment
• reward
• work ethic
• justice

Các câu liên quan

• Mark 12:41-44
• Luke 7:36-50
• Ephesians 4:28
• Romans 9:14-24
• James 2:1-7

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Câu hỏi thường gặp

Why did the workers complain when they received their pay?

The workers felt that those who worked less time should not receive the same compensation as those who toiled all day, highlighting a human tendency toward resentment over perceived unfairness.

How does this relate to God's justice and mercy?

This parable illustrates how God’s grace is available to everyone regardless of when they accept it. It shows that divine rewards are not based on merit but on His gracious will.

What can we learn about gratitude from this verse?

We should be grateful for what we have and not focus on comparing our efforts with others, recognizing the value of grace in receiving God's blessings.

How does this apply to modern workplaces?

In today’s context, it reminds employers about the importance of fair treatment and encourages employees to appreciate their compensation without resentment towards colleagues who may seem less deserving.