Jeremiah 8:12

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

他们行可憎的事知道惭愧吗？ 不然，他们毫不惭愧， 也不知羞耻。 因此他们必在仆倒的人中仆倒； 我向他们讨罪的时候， 他们必致跌倒。 这是耶和华说的。

这是什么意思？

This verse from Jeremiah 8:12 talks about people who have done bad things but are not ashamed of their actions. God is speaking and says that because they don't feel shame, they will face consequences when He judges them.

儿童解释

Imagine if you did something wrong, but instead of saying sorry, you acted like it was okay. That's what this verse is talking about. God is saying that if you don't feel bad about doing wrong, you might face big problems later.

历史背景

The verse is from the book of Jeremiah, written by the prophet Jeremiah around 600 BC. It was written to the people of Judah, warning them about their sinful ways and the consequences they would face if they did not change.

今日应用

In today’s context, this verse can be applied to situations where people continue to do wrong despite knowing the consequences. For example, a person who keeps lying and refuses to feel bad about it may eventually face significant trust issues in their relationships.

主题

• judgment
• shame
• consequences
• sin
• repentance
• God's word

相关经文

• Ezekiel 36:31
• Romans 2:5
• Psalm 36:1
• Isaiah 26:21
• Proverbs 29:1

常见问题

What does it mean to 'fall among them that fall'?

It means to face the same consequences as others who have done wrong, emphasizing that there are no special exemptions from the consequences of sin.

How can we avoid the situation described in this verse?

By being honest about our mistakes and feeling ashamed when we do wrong, we can seek forgiveness and avoid the consequences described in this verse.

Why is shame important according to this verse?

Shame is important because it often leads to repentance. Without shame, people may continue in their sin, leading to worse outcomes.

What does 'time of their visitation' mean?

It refers to the moment when God intervenes in the lives of people to judge them or bring about a significant change, based on their actions.