Acts 13:19

Chinese Bible 1933 (Traditional) (王元德《新式標點新約全書》)

既滅了迦南地方七族的人，就把那地土分給他們為業。

这是什么意思？

This verse from the book of Acts talks about God destroying seven nations in Canaan and then dividing their land among the Israelites by lot. The key message is that God fulfilled His promise to give the Promised Land to His people.

儿童解释

Imagine you have a big playground with lots of other kids playing there. One day, your dad comes and clears out all those other kids so that only you and your friends can play there. That's kind of like what God did for Israel in this story!

历史背景

The book of Acts was written by Luke around 60-70 AD, targeting Gentile Christians to explain how the Gospel relates to Old Testament history. It reflects a time when early Christian communities were growing and spreading.

今日应用

Today, we can see this as God's commitment to fulfilling His promises. Just like He kept His promise to give land to Israel, He keeps His promises to us today, providing for our needs and guiding us in life.

主题

• promise
• faithfulness
• inheritance
• conquest
• lottery system
• divine providence

相关经文

• Deuteronomy 7:1-2
• Joshua 14:1-5
• Psalms 80:8-13
• Romans 4:13
• Hebrews 6:13-15

常见问题

Why does God divide land by lot?

Dividing land by lot was a way to ensure fairness, showing that the division was guided by God rather than human preference or power.

What are the seven nations mentioned in Acts 13:19?

The seven nations included Hittites, Girgashites, Amorites, Canaanites, Perizzites, Hivites, and Jebusites as listed in Deuteronomy.

What does this verse teach about God's faithfulness?

This verse highlights God’s commitment to His promises. He fulfilled the promise to give Israel their land, showing that we can trust Him to keep all His promises today.

How is Acts 13:19 relevant for Christians today?

It teaches us about divine providence and God's faithfulness in providing for His people. Just as He provided land, He provides guidance and resources for our spiritual journey.