Chinese Bible (Wenli) (Traditional) (包爾騰－柏漢理淺文理《新約聖經》)
若不聽從、爾即帶一二人同去、因無論何事、必憑二三人之口爲證、方能定局。
这是什么意思？
This verse is from Jesus, who says if someone doesn't listen to you when you talk to them about a problem, take one or two more people with you. This way, there are witnesses and the truth can be confirmed.
儿童解释
Imagine you're playing with friends and one of your friends won't share toys. You first try talking to them alone, but if they still don’t listen, bring a couple of other friends who can help convince them to share fairly.
历史背景
Matthew wrote this part of the Bible in Greek around AD 80-90 for Jewish Christians living outside Israel. The cultural context emphasizes communal witness and resolving disputes within the community.
今日应用
If a coworker at your office doesn't follow agreed-upon rules, first speak to them privately. If they don’t listen, take one or two other coworkers who can help mediate and ensure fairness in the discussion.
It suggests taking additional witnesses to ensure that there are at least two or three people who can verify what is said and seen, providing a fair process in resolving conflicts.
How many witnesses should one ideally bring?
Ideally, bringing two more makes for a total of three witnesses. This number ensures that the truth is established according to biblical principles.
Can this principle be applied outside religious contexts?
Yes, it can be applied in various non-religious settings such as workplace disputes or community conflicts where truth and fairness are important.
What if the person still doesn't listen after bringing witnesses?
The text does not specify further steps beyond gathering two to three witnesses. In practice, one might seek additional mediation or legal advice if the issue remains unresolved.