Jeremiah 26:8

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

耶利米 说完了耶和华所吩咐他对众人说的一切话，祭司、先知与众民都来抓住他，说：「你必要死！

这是什么意思？

Jeremiah finished speaking the message from God to the people. The priests, prophets, and people then grabbed Jeremiah, saying he would surely die. This shows the harsh reaction of the religious leaders and people to Jeremiah's prophecy.

儿童解释

Imagine you told your class a very important message from your teacher, and then your classmates and teachers got angry and said you would be in big trouble. That's what happened to Jeremiah when he spoke God's message.

历史背景

Jeremiah, a prophet of God, lived in the 7th-6th century BC during the reign of King Jehoiakim. He was preaching to the people of Judah, who were turning away from God. Jeremiah's message of judgment was met with hostility by the religious leaders and the people.

今日应用

In a modern scenario, imagine a teacher speaking up about a serious issue in the school, only to be met with threats and hostility from the administration and parents. This verse reminds us that speaking truth can sometimes come at a cost.

主题

• prophets
• perseverance
• judgment
• oppression
• faithfulness
• rebellion

相关经文

• Isaiah 50:6
• Matthew 26:67-68
• Acts 7:58-59
• 1 Peter 4:12-13
• Revelation 12:10-11

常见问题

Why did the people want to kill Jeremiah?

The people and religious leaders were angry with Jeremiah because his message from God was not what they wanted to hear, and it threatened their way of life and power.

How did Jeremiah respond to the threats?

The text does not explicitly state Jeremiah's response, but historically, Jeremiah continued to preach despite the threats, showing great courage and faithfulness.

What can we learn about courage from Jeremiah?

Jeremiah teaches us that speaking the truth, even when it's difficult or dangerous, is a form of courage and faithfulness to God's will.

How does this verse apply to modern-day prophets or preachers?

Modern-day preachers and leaders can face similar challenges as Jeremiah. They may need to speak difficult truths that challenge the status quo, even when it leads to conflict or persecution.