Psalms 138:6

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

耶和华虽高，仍看顾低微的人； 他却从远处看出骄傲的人。

这是什么意思？

This verse says that even though God is very high and powerful, He pays attention to those who are humble. But God keeps a distance from those who are proud. This is part of a song of praise to God by David.

儿童解释

Imagine you have a big, tall tree. The tree is so high that only small birds can easily land on its lower branches, but big, noisy birds stay far away. God is like that tree. He loves the humble birds who can reach Him, but the proud birds stay far away because they think they don't need Him.

历史背景

This verse comes from the Book of Psalms, written by King David. It was written around 1000 BC. David praises God for His character and how He treats the humble and the proud.

今日应用

In modern life, this verse can be applied when we face colleagues or friends who are humble or proud. We should remember to be humble, just like the humble people in the verse, and not to be arrogant like the proud people.

主题

• humility
• pride
• God's character
• respect
• salvation
• worship

相关经文

• Proverbs 3:34
• James 4:6
• Luke 18:9-14
• 1 Peter 5:5
• Matthew 23:12

常见问题

Who is speaking in Psalms 138:6?

King David is speaking in this verse as part of his praise to God.

How does God treat the humble?

God has special respect for the humble, showing them His kindness and closeness.

What does it mean that God 'knows the proud afar off'?

It means God keeps a distance from those who are proud, as they often think they don't need Him.

Can you give an example of how to apply this verse?

In a workplace setting, someone can apply this by being humble and respectful to others, even those in lower positions, and avoiding prideful behavior.