Matthew 20:4

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

就对他们说：『你们也进葡萄园去，所当给的，我必给你们。』他们也进去了。

这是什么意思？

In this verse from Matthew 20:4, the owner of a vineyard is speaking to more workers he's hired late in the day. He promises to pay them fairly for their work, and they go off to join others already working.

儿童解释

Imagine you're helping your mom bake cookies at home. She asks if you'd like to help wash dishes too and says she'll give you a fair amount of allowance. You decide to help because it sounds good! That's similar to what's happening here, just with grown-ups working in a vineyard.

历史背景

The Gospel of Matthew was written by one of Jesus' disciples around 80-90 AD. It primarily targets Jewish Christians and presents Jesus as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy. The cultural context involves agrarian labor practices common during that period, where landowners would hire day laborers.

今日应用

In today's world, imagine you're a manager who hires employees for a project at different times throughout the day. You promise them fair compensation regardless of when they start working. This demonstrates fairness and equality in treating all workers equally despite differing hours worked.

主题

• fairness
• work ethic
• equality
• justice
• reward
• labor

相关经文

• Luke 17:10
• John 4:36
• Proverbs 15:23
• Ephesians 6:9
• James 5:4

常见问题

Who is speaking in Matthew 20:4?

The speaker is the owner of a vineyard who hires workers throughout the day, including those mentioned here.

What does 'whatsoever is right' mean in this verse?

'Whatsoever is right' means the owner promises to pay the fair wages agreed upon or what is appropriate according to their agreement and labor laws of that time.

How can I apply Matthew 20:4's message about fairness in my daily life?

You can ensure that you treat all people with equal respect, especially those who might start working later or have less experience. Offer them fair opportunities and compensation just like others.

What is the significance of this verse in understanding labor practices at the time?

This verse provides insight into ancient Jewish agricultural labor practices where landowners would hire day workers, emphasizing the importance of fairness in wage payments.