Acts 17:32

Chinese Bible CSBS (Simplified) - (中文标准译本)

他们听到死人复活的事，虽然有些人嘲笑他，但有些人却说：“关于此事，我们还要再听你说！”

这是什么意思？

In this verse, Paul is speaking to a group of people in Athens about the resurrection of Jesus and future resurrections. Some people laughed at this idea, but others were interested and wanted more information.

儿童解释

Imagine if someone told you that one day all the dead plants would come back to life as beautiful flowers. You might think it's silly or want to learn more! That’s kind of what happened when Paul talked about people coming back to life after they die.

历史背景

This verse is from the book of Acts, written by Luke, a physician and early Christian historian. It describes events around 50 AD in Athens, Greece, where Paul was preaching to philosophers and ordinary citizens who had very different beliefs about the afterlife.

今日应用

Today, when someone shares an unusual belief or idea with you, your response can range from skepticism to curiosity. Consider how you react to new information; perhaps it’s worth giving some ideas more thought before dismissing them.

主题

• resurrection
• belief
• skepticism
• hope
• salvation
• faith

相关经文

• 1 Corinthians 15:12
• John 6:39-40
• Revelation 20:13
• Romans 8:11
• Job 14:13

常见问题

Why did some people mock Paul’s message about resurrection?

The audience consisted mostly of Greek philosophers who believed in different ideas about life after death. Resurrection was a foreign concept to them, hence their mockery.

What does the verse teach us about dealing with skepticism?

It shows that when faced with disbelief, it’s important to be prepared for varied reactions but also open to further conversation and discussion.

Can you explain the concept of resurrection in this context?

Resurrection here refers to the belief that Jesus rose from the dead, and similarly, all who believe in Him will experience a future bodily resurrection.

What can we learn about communication from Paul's approach?

Paul’s willingness to engage with diverse groups shows the importance of being open-minded and willing to share your beliefs while also listening to others.