1 Timothy 6:9

Arabic Simplified (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

أمَّا الَّذِينَ يَرْغَبُونَ فِي الثَّرَاءِ فَيَقَعُونَ فِي إغوَاءٍ وَفَخٍّ وَكَثِيرٍ مِنَ الشَّهَوَاتِ الغَبِيَّةِ الضَّارَّةِ. وَمِنْ شَأنِ هَذِهِ أنْ تَقْذِفَ بِالنَّاسِ إلَى الخَرَابِ وَالهَلَاكِ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse warns that people who want to become rich often face many dangers and fall into traps set by their own desires. These desires can lead them to make foolish choices that harm themselves and others. The message is from Paul, emphasizing the risks of pursuing wealth.

Explained for Children

Imagine you really, really want a big toy. Sometimes, wanting that toy so much can trick you into making bad decisions, like ignoring your homework or being mean to get it. This verse tells us about how wanting lots and lots of things can be tricky too!

Historical Background

This letter was written by the Apostle Paul around 62-64 AD, addressed to Timothy, a young church leader in Ephesus. The audience is early Christians facing various temptations, including greed and materialism.

Living It Out Today

Imagine someone working overtime every day just to earn more money. They might ignore their family or friends and even make unethical choices for the sake of earning more, falling into a trap set by their own desires for wealth.

Topics

• wealth
• greed
• temptation
• wisdom
• materialism
• Christian living

Related Verses

• Proverbs 23:4-5
• Matthew 6:19-21
• Luke 12:15-21
• Ecclesiastes 5:10
• Hebrews 13:5

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main warning in this verse?

The main warning is that those who desire to be rich often end up trapped by their own desires and fall into various temptations that lead them to destruction.

Who wrote this verse, and when was it written?

This verse was written by the Apostle Paul around 62-64 AD in his first letter to Timothy, an early Christian leader.

How can someone apply this teaching today?

Today, people can avoid getting trapped by wealth by focusing on contentment and using their resources wisely for God's purposes rather than just personal gain.

What are some examples of 'foolish and hurtful lusts' mentioned in the verse?

Foolish and hurtful lusts could include greed, deceit to acquire more money, neglecting relationships or responsibilities in pursuit of wealth.