Matthew 13:38

Amharic Bible (መጽሐፍ ቅዱስ (የብሉይና የሐዲስ ኪዳን መጻሕፍት))

መልካሙም ዘር የመንግሥት ልጆች ናቸው፤

What Does This Mean?

In Matthew 13:38, Jesus explains a parable about the world and its inhabitants. The good seed represents God's followers, while the tares symbolize those who follow evil. This verse highlights the coexistence of good and evil in the world.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a big garden where you plant flowers. Some of them grow beautiful and healthy, but others might be weeds. In this story, Jesus says that the world is like your garden, with both good plants (people who follow God) and bad ones (those who don't).

Historical Background

Matthew wrote this passage as part of a collection of parables taught by Jesus around 30 AD to his disciples. The cultural setting was within Jewish communities in Palestine, where agricultural metaphors were common.

Living It Out Today

Consider a workplace where some employees are dedicated and hardworking (the good seed), while others might be disruptive or lazy (the tares). This verse reminds us that we must remain faithful despite the presence of negativity around us.

Topics

• faith
• evil
• salvation
• hope
• kingdom of God
• parables

Related Verses

• Genesis 3:15
• Matthew 13:24-30
• Luke 8:11-15
• John 17:9-11
• Ephesians 6:10-18

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'the field is the world' mean?

'The field is the world' means that Jesus sees the entire earth as a place where different kinds of people grow, just like plants in a field.

Who are the children of the wicked one?

The 'children of the wicked one' refer to those individuals who follow evil and do not believe or act according to God's will.

Why does Jesus use agricultural metaphors?

Jesus uses agricultural metaphors because they were familiar to his audience. These metaphors help explain complex spiritual concepts through everyday experiences like farming.

How should we respond to the presence of evil in the world?

The verse encourages us to stay faithful and true, recognizing that both good and evil will coexist until God's final judgment. We should focus on our own faithfulness rather than trying to eliminate all evil.