Titus 1:12
Vietnamese (Kinh Thánh Tiếng Việt 1925)
Một người trong bọn họ, tức là bậc tiên tri của họ, có nói rằng: Người Cơ-rết thay nói dối, là thú dữ, ham ăn mà làm biếng.
Điều này có nghĩa gì?
This verse mentions a prophet from Crete who said that Cretans are always liars, evil beasts, and lazy people. It’s Titus quoting someone else to make a point about the behavior of some in Crete.
Giải thích cho trẻ em
Imagine if your friend told you that all kids from another school were very naughty. That's what this prophet is saying, but he's talking about grown-ups too!
Bối cảnh lịch sử
Titus was written by Paul around 63-65 AD to Titus, a young pastor in Crete. The Cretans had a bad reputation for dishonesty and laziness within the early Christian communities.
Áp dụng cho hôm nay
Think of a colleague who often makes promises but doesn't follow through. This verse suggests being cautious about trusting such people until they prove themselves reliable.
Chủ đề
truthfulnessmoralityreputationleadershipteachingcommunity standards
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Who is speaking in Titus 1:12?
Paul, the author of Titus, quotes a Cretan prophet who criticized his own people. This shows that even among them, their reputation for dishonesty was acknowledged.
Why does Paul include this quote from a Cretan in his letter to Titus?
Paul uses the quote as evidence of the Cretans' bad behavior and warns Titus about the challenges he will face in leading the church there.
What does 'slow bellies' mean in this context?
'Slow bellies' likely refers to laziness or gluttony, indicating that the Cretans were not just dishonest but also lacked diligence and self-control.
Does Titus 1:12 imply all Cretans are liars and lazy?
While the verse generalizes about the Cretan people, it doesn't mean every single person from Crete. It's a comment on the reputation of the region.