Jeremiah 23:34

Chinese Simplified CUNPSS Script Union (新标点和合本, 神版)

无论是先知，是祭司，是百姓，说『耶和华的默示』，我必刑罚那人和他的家。

这是什么意思？

In this verse from Jeremiah 23:34, God warns that anyone who falsely claims to speak on His behalf by saying 'The burden of the LORD' will be punished, along with their family. This includes prophets, priests, and the general public.

儿童解释

Imagine if a teacher said they had a special message from the principal, but they made it up. That's what this verse is talking about. God says He will punish anyone who pretends to have a message from Him that isn't true.

历史背景

Jeremiah, a prophet who lived around 600 BC, wrote this verse to the people of Judah. The audience was largely composed of the Israelites who were facing the threat of Babylonian invasion. The cultural setting was one of religious corruption and false prophets.

今日应用

Today, this verse reminds us to be careful about attributing words to God that He has not spoken. For example, if someone claims that God told them to do something harmful, it's important to question and verify such claims.

主题

• prophets
• false prophecy
• judgment
• truth
• divine authority
• punishment

相关经文

• Isaiah 44:26
• Zechariah 13:3
• Matthew 7:22
• 1 Corinthians 14:37
• 2 Peter 1:20

常见问题

What does 'the burden of the LORD' mean?

It refers to a prophecy, often a message of judgment or warning from God. False prophets often used this phrase to lend credibility to their false messages.

Why is God's punishment directed at the family too?

Punishment extends to the family to emphasize the severity of the offense and to ensure that the community takes note and avoids similar mistakes.

How can we avoid false prophecy today?

By carefully studying the Bible and seeking guidance from God through prayer. It's important to verify messages against the teachings of Scripture.

What are some signs of false prophecy?

Signs include contradicting the clear teachings of the Bible, predicting specific future events with certainty, and promoting messages of self-aggrandizement or personal gain.