John 7:7
Chinese (Simplified) Contemporary Bible (CCB Bible) (圣经当代译本修订版)
这是什么意思？
In John 7:7, Jesus explains that the world does not hate his followers but hates him because he speaks truthfully about their evil deeds. This verse highlights the contrast between Jesus' mission and the world's reaction to it.
儿童解释
Imagine you're in a playground where some kids are doing naughty things. If someone points out these bad behaviors, those kids might get angry at that person but not at others who aren't saying anything. Similarly, Jesus is telling his friends that he gets criticized because he tells the truth about people's wrongdoings.
历史背景
The Gospel of John was written by John, one of Jesus' disciples, around 90-100 AD. It was aimed at a broader audience, including both Jewish and Gentile Christians. The cultural setting was one where the Roman Empire controlled much of the known world, and there were tensions between the Jewish people and Roman authorities.
今日应用
Consider a scenario where an employee in a company sees unethical practices and reports them to higher-ups, causing discomfort among colleagues who engage in these practices. This verse can remind us that speaking truthfully about wrongdoing might lead to being disliked by those involved.