Proverbs 17:23
Vietnamese (Kinh Thánh Tiếng Việt 1925)
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This verse from Proverbs says that a wicked person accepts a bribe to influence and corrupt justice. It highlights how corruption can undermine fairness and truth. The key message is to avoid corruption and uphold justice.
Giải thích cho trẻ em
Imagine a judge who takes a toy from a friend to give the wrong answer in a game. This verse tells us that it's not fair when someone takes a gift to make a wrong decision, and we should always try to do what's right and fair.
Bối cảnh lịch sử
Proverbs is a book of wisdom literature, traditionally attributed to King Solomon, written around 950 BC. It was written for the Israelites to guide them in living wisely and morally, in a culture where oral traditions and proverbs were common.
Áp dụng cho hôm nay
In modern terms, this verse applies to situations where someone accepts a bribe to influence a decision, such as a government official taking money to award a contract. It reminds us to be honest and uphold integrity in all our decisions.