Luke 5:12

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

有一回，耶稣在一个城里，有人满身长了大麻风，看见他，就俯伏在地，求他说：「主若肯，必能叫我洁净了。」

这是什么意思？

In this verse from Luke's Gospel, Jesus encounters a man suffering from leprosy. The man falls to his knees and asks for healing because he believes in Jesus' power. This shows the faith of people during that time.

儿童解释

Imagine if you had a big band-aid on your arm, but it was like invisible super germs instead. A boy with these ‘germs’ met Jesus and said, 'Please help me.' Jesus could make him all better because he is very powerful!

历史背景

The book of Luke was written by Dr. Luke, a physician and close friend of Paul, around AD 60-80. This verse is part of the narrative describing Jesus’ ministry to the marginalized in first-century Jewish society.

今日应用

In modern terms, this story can remind us that we should approach others with humility when asking for help, believing in their capability and willingness to assist us. It also underscores the importance of faith in overcoming challenges.

主题

• faith
• healing
• compassion
• marginalized people
• believing in miracles
• power of Jesus

相关经文

• 2 Kings 5:14
• Matthew 8:2-3
• Mark 1:40-42
• James 5:16
• Numbers 12:10

常见问题

What does this verse say about Jesus' power?

This verse shows that people believed in the extraordinary power of Jesus to heal and transform lives, even from incurable diseases like leprosy.

Why did the man fall on his face?

The man fell on his face because he was showing respect and reverence towards Jesus. It's a sign of humility and deep faith in asking for help.

What can we learn about leprosy from this verse?

Leprosy, or Hansen’s disease, was seen as a severe condition that isolated people socially. The man's plea highlights the physical and social burden of such diseases in ancient times.

How does faith play a role here?

The man's belief in Jesus' ability to heal him is central to this story. His faith, expressed through his humble request, led to his healing.