Matthew 6:26
Arabic 2023 (SAB) (الكتاب الشريف)
اُنْظُرُوا إِلَى طُيُورِ السَّمَاءِ، إِنَّهَا لَا تَزْرَعُ وَلَا تَحْصُدُ وَلَا تَجْمَعُ فِي مَخَازِنَ، وَأَبُوكُمُ السَّمَائِيُّ يَرْزُقُهَا. أَلَسْتُمْ أَهَمَّ مِنْهَا بِكَثِيرٍ؟
What Does This Mean?
In Matthew 6:26, Jesus is speaking and saying that birds do not plant seeds or store food, yet God takes care of them. He wants to remind us that we are more valuable than the birds and thus God will take care of our needs too.
Explained for Children
Think about how your mom and dad make sure you have yummy food every day even if you don't cook it yourself. Jesus is saying God does this for all living things, like birds, but since we are special to Him, He takes extra good care of us!
Historical Background
This verse comes from the Gospel of Matthew written by an early Christian author traditionally identified as Matthew, one of Jesus' disciples, around AD 80-90. It's part of a longer teaching where Jesus is addressing his followers about trust and faith.
Living It Out Today
Imagine you're starting a new job with uncertain pay and worried about providing for your family. This verse reminds us to have faith that God will provide what we need, just as He does for the birds who don't plant or store food.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Jesus use birds as an example?
Jesus uses birds to show that even though they have no control over their food supply, God still takes care of them. This illustrates how much more He will take care of us.
How can we apply this verse in our daily life?
This verse encourages us to trust God for all things and not worry excessively about the future or material needs, knowing that God provides what is necessary.
What does it mean by 'your heavenly Father feedeth them'?
It means that God, our Heavenly Father, takes care of birds without any effort from them. This shows His constant provision and love for all creation.
How does this verse relate to other parts of the Bible?
This verse is part of a broader theme in Scripture about trusting God's providence (like Luke 12:24) and finding peace in knowing He cares for our needs (Psalm 104:25-30).