每日聖經 申命記 4:32-43
- 馬克牧師
- Jan 11, 2024
- 6 min read
弟兄姊妹，平安。今天的讀經進度是申命記第四章32至43節。
在這段經文中，上帝強調了一個至關重要的真理，那就是唯有主是神，上帝是唯一真神，The LORD is God Alone這個觀念。只有一位上帝，只有一位神。摩西回顧了歷史，提到上帝如何以神蹟奇事將祂的子民從埃及地拯救出來，並在曠野中供應和引導他們，並啟示真理給他們。
上帝是救贖者、供應者和啟示者。直到今天，祂仍然如此。
上帝建立了猶太人的一神教信仰，信仰只有一位神。世界上三大一神論宗教是基督教、伊斯蘭教和猶太教。這一神論信仰貫穿了數千年，即使在面臨困難時，猶太人也始終堅守這一信仰。他們在歷史中雖然有過偏離的時候，但最終都會回歸到上帝這一神信仰之中，這種一神論信仰對於歷史的發展至關重要。然而，具有諷刺意味的是，當耶穌以這一神論信仰降臨世間時，極端保守的猶太法利賽人和教師們未能認識到祂也是上帝。在這裡，我們也提到了基督教信仰中的三一神論，即三個位格共同構成一位上帝，父、子、聖靈。這也是一個難以解釋的神秘信仰真理。
在第36節中，律法被描述為來自上帝的聲音，但為了教導祂的子民，我們可以將其翻譯為指引而不僅僅是律法。希伯來文中的 "Torah" 通常翻譯為律法，但在接下來的經文中，這些律法更像是如何 "過上一個聖潔生活" 的指導。它包含了許多原則，使個人能夠過上聖潔的生活，同時也為整個社會和國家的和諧生活提供了重要的指導。其中一些嚴厲的懲罰在現今並不再執行，但這些律法的精神和背後的道德原則仍然具有價值。這些法律並不是僅針對個人，而是為了整個社會的穩定和結構而設立的指導原則。
儘管現在我們不再需要遵守當時針對以色列人所訂立的許多律法，但我們仍應該理解律法背後的精神和其中的一些原則。這些原則仍然具有重要性，並且可以應用於我們的生活中。因此，儘管我們不需要遵守所有這些律法，但我們應該學習和理解律法的精神，並將其應用於我們的生活中。
確實，古老的訓詞、道理、知識、哲學觀點和智慧都具有價值，即使它們在現代社會中可能不再直接適用。這些思想和觀點代表了過去世代的智慧和經驗，我們可以從中汲取寶貴的教訓。
首先，古代哲學家和思想家的洞察力和智慧可以啟發我們思考當代問題。儘管情境可能不同，但某些基本原則和價值觀可能仍然適用。例如，關於倫理學、道德和生活的哲學觀點仍然可以引導我們在現代社會中做出明智的選擇。
其次，過去的教訓和錯誤也可以幫助我們避免重蹈覆轍。研究歷史中的失敗和錯誤可以讓我們更好地理解事情的成因，並避免再次犯同樣的錯誤。這種學習過程有助於社會進步和改進。
最後，古老的智慧和知識可以激發我們對學習和成長的渴望。它們提醒我們，知識和智慧是無限的，我們應該持續追求更深刻的理解和更高的道德標準。
總之，儘管古代的思想和觀點可能需要在現代社會中進行調整和重新詮釋，但它們仍然是有價值的資源，可以幫助我們更好地理解世界，做出明智的選擇，並不斷成長和改進。
總的來說，當我們在看律法的時候，不要把它當成是一個已經過時的東西全部丟掉。我們應當去學習其中立法的精神以及上帝所要啟示我們的其中的一些奧秘在裡面。當我們漸漸的、一段一段的來思想整本申命記，你會發現其中有許多歷久不衰的原則是值得我們去學習的。
最後，在41到43節有一個關於逃城的一個律法。這個是很有趣的一個律法，在19章的時候會來詳加解釋逃城的這個概念。
所以，讓我們一同來分享接下來的律法。我們懷著學習的心，來去看看那些律法對我們來說有什麼樣的啟示在其中。感謝各位的聆聽。我是馬克。
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Brothers and sisters, peace be with you. Today's reading is Deuteronomy 4:32-43.
In this passage, God emphasizes a crucial truth: that the Lord alone is God, and there is only one true God. The concept is expressed as "The LORD is God Alone." There is only one God. Moses recalls the history of how God delivered His people from the land of Egypt with signs and wonders, how He provided for them and guided them in the wilderness, and how He revealed the truth to them.
God is the Redeemer, the Provider, and the Revealer. Even today, He remains the same.
God established monotheistic faith among the Jewish people, where belief in one God is central. The world's three major monotheistic religions are Christianity, Islam, and Judaism. This monotheistic belief has persisted for thousands of years, and even in times of difficulty, the Jewish people have held onto this faith. While they may have strayed at points in history, they ultimately return to their belief in one God, and this monotheistic faith has played a crucial role in shaping history. Ironically, when Jesus came with this monotheistic belief, the extremely conservative Jewish Pharisees and teachers failed to recognize Him as God. Here, we also mentioned the Trinitarian doctrine in Christian faith, where three persons together form one God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. This is also a profound and challenging aspect of faith.
In verse 36, the law is described as a voice from God, but for the purpose of educating His people, we can translate it as guidance rather than just law. The Hebrew word "Torah" is typically translated as law, but in the subsequent verses, these laws appear more like guidelines on how to live a holy life. They contain principles for individuals to lead a holy life and provide important guidance for the harmonious life of society and the nation. While some severe punishments are no longer enforced today, the spirit of these laws and the underlying moral principles remain valuable. These laws are not solely directed at individuals but are principles established for the stability and structure of the entire society.
While many of the laws established for the Israelites in the past may no longer be applicable to us today, we should still understand the spirit behind these laws and some of the principles within them. These principles remain relevant and can be applied to our lives. Therefore, even though we are not required to obey all of these laws, we should learn and grasp the spirit of the law and apply it to our lives.
Indeed, ancient sayings, wisdom, knowledge, philosophical perspectives, and insights hold value, even if they may no longer directly apply in modern society. These thoughts and perspectives represent the wisdom and experiences of past generations, from which we can draw valuable lessons.
First and foremost, the insights and wisdom of ancient philosophers and thinkers can inspire us to contemplate contemporary issues. While the circumstances may differ, certain fundamental principles and values may still be applicable. For example, philosophical perspectives on ethics, morals, and life can still guide us in making wise choices in today's society.
Moreover, past lessons and mistakes can also help us avoid repeating the same errors. Studying failures and mistakes from history enables us to better understand the causes of events and prevent making the same mistakes again. This learning process contributes to social progress and improvement.
Lastly, ancient wisdom and knowledge can ignite our thirst for learning and growth. They remind us that knowledge and wisdom are limitless, and we should continually pursue deeper understanding and higher moral standards.
In summary, even though ancient thoughts and perspectives may require adjustment and reinterpretation in modern society, they remain valuable resources that can help us better comprehend the world, make wise choices, and continually grow and improve.
In general, when we look at the laws, we shouldn't discard them as outdated. Instead, we should learn the spirit of the law and some of the mysteries that God wants to reveal to us within them. As we gradually contemplate the entire Book of Deuteronomy, you will discover many timeless principles worth learning.
Finally, in verses 41 to 43, there is an interesting law concerning cities of refuge. This law will be explained in more detail in Chapter 19, where the concept of cities of refuge is elaborated.
So, let's share and explore the upcoming chapters together. With a learning heart, we will discover the insights they hold for us. Thank you all for listening.
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