John 10:16

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

وَعِنْدِي خِرَافٌ أُخْرَى لَيْسَتْ مِنْ هَذِهِ الحَظِيرَةِ، يَنْبَغِي أنْ أُحضِرَهَا أيْضًا. وَهِيَ سَتُصْغِي إلَى صَوْتِي، وَيَكُونُ الجَمِيعُ قَطِيعًا وَاحِدًا لَهُ رَاعٍ وَاحِدٌ.

What Does This Mean?

In John 10:16, Jesus says that there are other sheep (people) outside the fold (Jewish community) and He will bring them together with His followers to form one big family under Him as their shepherd. This emphasizes unity and inclusion in God's plan.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a group of friends who play in your backyard, but there are other kids playing down the street too. Jesus is saying that He wants all those kids to join together in one big playground where everyone plays together under His care.

Historical Background

The Gospel of John was written by John the Apostle around 90-100 AD for a primarily Greek-speaking Christian community. The cultural setting reflects early Christianity facing challenges from Jewish and Hellenistic influences, emphasizing Jesus as the Messiah and shepherd to all people.

Living It Out Today

In today’s world, this verse encourages us to reach out to those who might feel excluded or different, fostering unity in our communities by including everyone under God's care, regardless of background or beliefs.

Topics

• unity
• inclusion
• shepherd imagery
• salvation
• diversity
• faith

Related Verses

• Ezekiel 34:11-16
• John 17:20-23
• Galatians 3:28
• Revelation 7:9-17
• Acts 10:45

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the importance of 'other sheep' mentioned by Jesus?

The 'other sheep' refers to non-Jewish people, emphasizing that salvation and inclusion in God's family are not limited to a specific group.

How does this verse promote unity among believers?

This verse shows how Jesus desires all His followers—regardless of origin—to come together as one under His guidance, promoting unity and harmony within the Christian community.

What is the role of a shepherd in biblical context?

In biblical times, shepherds cared for their sheep by guiding them to safe places. Here, Jesus takes on this role, caring for all believers as one family.

How can we apply 'one fold' concept in our community today?

We can foster an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and included, working together towards common spiritual goals under Christ's guidance.