Chinese Simplified CUNPSS Script Union (新标点和合本, 神版)
那些骑马的对站在番石榴树中间耶和华的使者说：「我们已在遍地走来走去，见全地都安息平静。」
这是什么意思？
In this verse, angels report back to another angel about their observations of the world. They say they've seen that everyone is at rest and not doing anything significant.
儿童解释
Imagine you have a group of friends watching over your neighborhood from up high in trees. These friends tell each other that no one is playing or doing anything interesting; it's like everyone decided to take a break all at once!
历史背景
Zechariah, the book’s author, was a prophet who wrote around 520 BC. He addressed messages from God to the Jewish people returning from Babylonian exile and rebuilding Jerusalem.
今日应用
Consider how you might feel if you see everyone around you being inactive or complacent about important matters. This verse reminds us that sometimes we need to be vigilant and proactive in our roles, even when others aren't taking action.
主题
angelic communicationprophetic visionrest and activitysurveillance and observationdivine interventionrebuilding and restoration
'Sitteth still' means that people are inactive or not moving. It suggests a state of rest or inactivity, which the angels noticed during their observation.
Why is it significant that they walked to and fro through the earth?
Walking to and fro emphasizes thoroughness; it shows that the angels observed every part of the world. This detail underscores how comprehensive their report was about the state of rest in the earth.
What can we learn from this angelic observation?
We can learn that there are times when everyone may appear inactive or complacent, but it's important to remain vigilant and active in our duties, especially when others might not be taking action.
How does the myrtle tree play a role in this verse?
The myrtle trees symbolize restoration and peace. They provide a peaceful setting for angelic communication, suggesting a time of hope after difficult periods like the exile of the Jewish people.