Mark 2:7

Chinese Bible (Wenli) (Traditional) (包爾騰－柏漢理淺文理《新約聖經》)

此人何出此僭妄之言乎、除 神以外、誰能赦罪乎。

这是什么意思？

In Mark 2:7, some people are upset because they think Jesus is claiming to forgive sins, something only God can do. They view this as blasphemy.

儿童解释

Imagine if your friend told a joke that made you laugh but also made the teacher angry because it was about something serious like God. That's kind of what happened here - some people thought Jesus was being too bold and saying things only God should say.

历史背景

Mark, who wrote this Gospel around 65-70 AD, is recounting events from earlier in the first century when Jesus ministered to the Jews. The religious leaders believed that forgiving sins was a divine act, not something humans could do.

今日应用

Today, if someone claims they can forgive your sins or has the power of God without proper basis, be cautious. But remember that only through faith in Christ's sacrifice on the cross can we truly receive forgiveness from our sins.

主题

• forgiveness
• blasphemy
• divine authority
• religious leaders
• faith in Jesus
• God's power

相关经文

• Matthew 9:2-8
• Luke 5:17-26
• Isaiah 43:25
• Psalm 103:12
• John 20:23

推荐阅读

注释 Mark 注释书 → 购买此圣经 Wenli 研读本圣经 →

常见问题

Is forgiving sins really something only God can do according to the Bible?

Yes, in the Jewish understanding at that time, forgiving sins was seen as a divine act. However, Christians believe Jesus had this authority because He is the Son of God.

Why were the religious leaders so upset with Jesus' words?

They believed only God could forgive sins, and they saw Jesus claiming this power for Himself, which was a serious claim that threatened their understanding and position.

How does Mark 2:7 relate to our modern times?

It reminds us of the importance of not trivializing divine acts like forgiveness. We should take these matters seriously and seek true forgiveness through faith in Christ.

Can anyone claim to forgive sins today?

The Bible teaches that only God can forgive sins, but believers are called to show forgiveness as a reflection of God's mercy towards us. This doesn't mean we have the divine authority to 'forgive' sins in the same way.