The Parable of the Good Samaritan is found in Luke 10. It tells the story of a man who is beaten, robbed, and left for dead. A priest and a Levite pass by without helping, but a Samaritan stops and cares for him. Jesus uses this story to answer the question of how to inherit eternal life.
Jesus tells the story to challenge the lawyer's understanding of "neighbor." The priest and Levite, who should have been examples of religious piety, ignored the injured man. The Samaritan, an outsider, showed compassion. [173]
That's a crucial point! So, to summarize:
- The parable is not simply about helping others. [87]
- The context is about how to inherit eternal life. [55]
- Interpreting it as "do good works to get eternal life" misses the point. [90]
So, who is the main character in this parable? Is it the good Samaritan or the injured man? [194]
The key is that we should identify with the injured man. Jesus wants us to see ourselves as the one in desperate need of salvation. The Samaritan represents Jesus, who comes to rescue us when we are helpless. [110]
So, it's about recognizing our own need for salvation, not about being the savior. [117]
Exactly! It's about receiving God's mercy and grace, not earning salvation through good deeds. Jesus was constantly trying to shift people's focus from what they could do for God to what God had already done for them. [117]
Let's make sure everyone's following. The key takeaways so far are:
- We are meant to identify with the injured man, recognizing our own spiritual brokenness. [110]
- The Samaritan represents Jesus, who provides the "wine and oil" (grace and healing) that we need. [77]
- The parable emphasizes receiving God's mercy, not earning salvation. [117]
many countries have laws that protect those who help others in emergencies from liability, or even require people to help. While these laws are well-intentioned, they stem from the misunderstanding that the parable is primarily about being the Good Samaritan. The parable is about needing the Good Samaritan. [97]
It's not that helping others is bad, but it's not the point of the parable. The point is recognizing our own helplessness and need for divine intervention. [453]
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하나님말씀대로 ==>
- 율법지켜서 구원받을 존재가 없다
- 하나님은혜로만 가능하다
- 성직자처럼, 레위인처럼 하지말라
- 바리세인처럼 하지말라: 본인도 들어가지 않고, 들어가는 자들도 앞에서 막고있다. 사탄의 고단수전략
- 너도 선한사마리아인처럼 하라? ==> 너도 그리하라!
- [ the Bible verses mentioned or implied in the script ]
- Luke 10:25-37
- KJV: Luke 10:25-37
- Korean 킹제임스 흠정역: 누가복음 10:25-37
- Matthew 19
- KJV: Matthew 19
- Korean 킹제임스 흠정역: 마태복음 19
- John 5:39
- KJV: John 5:39 - Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me.
- Korean 킹제임스 흠정역: 요한복음 5:39 - 성경 기록들을 탐구하라. 너희가 그것들 안에서 영원한 생명을 얻는 줄로 생각하거니와 그것들은 나에 대해 증언하는 것들이니라.
- John 20
- KJV: John 20
- Korean 킹제임스 흠정역: 요한복음 20
- John 4
- KJV: John 4
- Korean 킹제임스 흠정역: 요한복음 4
- Matthew 12:6-7
- KJV: Matthew 12:6-7 - But I say unto you, That in this place is one greater than the temple. But if ye had known what this meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice, ye would not have condemned the guiltless.
- Korean 킹제임스 흠정역: 마태복음 12:6-7 - 그러나 내가 너희에게 말하노니, 이곳에 성전보다 더 큰 이가 있느니라. 그러나 너희가 ‘나는 긍휼을 원하고 희생 제물을 원치 아니하노라.’ 하신 말씀이 무엇을 의미하는지 알았더라면 너희가 죄 없는 자들을 정죄하지 아니하였으리라.
- John 2
- KJV: John 2
- Korean 킹제임스 흠정역: 요한복음 2
- Romans 7:9-11
- KJV: Romans 7:9-11 - For I was alive without the law once: but when the commandment came, sin revived, and I died. And the commandment, which was ordained to life, I found to be unto death. For sin, taking occasion by the commandment, deceived me, and by it slew me.
- Korean 킹제임스 흠정역: 로마서 7:9-11 - 내가 율법 없이 살았을 때에는 살아 있었으나 계명이 이르매 죄가 살아나고 나는 죽었노라. 생명에 이르게 하도록 마련된 그 계명이 내게 사망에 이르게 하는 것으로 드러났도다. 죄가 계명을 통해 기회를 잡아 나를 속이고 또 그것으로 나를 죽였도다.
- Galatians 3:10, 13
- KJV: Galatians 3:10, 13 - For as many as are of the works of the law are under the curse: for it is written, Cursed is every one that continueth not in all things which are written in the book of the law to do them… Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree.
- Korean 킹제임스 흠정역: 갈라디아서 3:10, 13 - 율법의 행위에 속한 자들은 다 저주 아래 있나니 기록되기를 "율법 책에 기록된 모든 것을 계속해서 행하지 아니하는 자는 다 저주를 받은 자라." 하였느니라… 그리스도께서 우리를 위하여 저주가 되사 율법의 저주에서 우리를 구속하셨으니 기록되기를 "나무에 달린 자는 다 저주를 받은 자라." 하였느니라.
- Matthew 23:13-15
- KJV: Matthew 23:13-15 - But woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye shut up the kingdom of heaven against men: for ye neither go in yourselves, neither suffer ye them that are entering to go in. Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye devour widows' houses, and for a pretence make long prayer: therefore ye shall receive the greater damnation. Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye compass sea and land to make one proselyte, and when he is made, ye make him twofold more the child of hell than yourselves.
- Korean 킹제임스 흠정역: 마태복음 23:13-15 - 그러나 위선자인 서기관들과 바리새인들아, 너희에게 화가 있을지어다! 너희가 사람들을 대적하여 천국을 닫아 버리고 너희 자신도 들어가지 아니하며 들어가려고 하는 자들도 들어가지 못하게 하는도다. 위선자인 서기관들과 바리새인들아, 너희에게 화가 있을지어다! 너희가 과부들의 집을 삼키며 겉치레로 길게 기도하므로 더 큰 정죄를 받으리라. 위선자인 서기관들과 바리새인들아, 너희에게 화가 있을지어다! 너희가 한 명의 개종자를 얻으려고 바다와 육지를 두루 다니다가 얻고 나면 그를 너희보다 갑절이나 더 악한 지옥의 자식으로 만드는도다.
- John 8:48
- KJV: John 8:48 - Then answered the Jews, and said unto him, Say we not well that thou art a Samaritan, and hast a devil?
- Korean 킹제임스 흠정역: 요한복음 8:48 - 이에 유대인들이 대답하여 그분께 이르되, 네가 사마리아 사람이며 마귀가 들렸다고 우리가 옳게 말하지 아니하느냐?
- Acts 17
- KJV: Acts 17
- Korean 킹제임스 흠정역: 사도행전 17
- Mark 16
- KJV: Mark 16
- Korean 킹제임스 흠정역: 마가복음 16
- Hebrews 10:26-27
- KJV: Hebrews 10:26-27 - For if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins, But a certain fearful looking for of judgment and fiery indignation, which shall devour the adversaries.
- Korean 킹제임스 흠정역: 히브리서 10:26-27 - 우리가 진리의 지식을 받은 뒤에 고의로 죄를 지으면 죄들에 대한 더 이상의 희생 제사가 남아 있지 아니하고 오직 심판에 대한 두려운 마음으로 기다림과 대적하는 자들을 삼킬 맹렬한 불만 남아 있느니라.
- 1 John 5:3
- KJV: 1 John 5:3 - For this is the love of God, that we keep his commandments: and his commandments are not grievous.
- Korean 킹제임스 흠정역: 요한일서 5:3 - 우리가 그분의 명령들을 지키는 것이 곧 하나님을 사랑하는 것이니 그분의 명령들은 무겁지 아니하니라.
- Corinthians 11
- KJV: 2 Corinthians 11
- Korean 킹제임스 흠정역: 고린도후서 11
- Revelation 2
- KJV: Revelation 2
- Korean 킹제임스 흠정역: 요한계시록 2
- Matthew 22
- KJV: Matthew 22
- Korean 킹제임스 흠정역: 마태복음 22
- Luke 10:25-37
This video dispels misconceptions about the parableof the Good Samaritanand explores the message Jesus was really trying to convey. While the story is often interpreted to emphasize the act of helping someone in need, the video points out that this interpretation can be contrary to Jesus' teachings. The key takeaway is that eternal lifeis not earned through mere observance of the law, but through a life that embodies the love and mercy of Jesus. It also reminds us of the true meaning of loving our neighbors, highlighting the deep spiritual implications that go beyond mere acts of charity. In the end, the story of the Good Samaritanis a parablethat shows us that loving God and neighbor is the path to eternal life.
Key Term
- Good Samaritan: This refers to the main character in a famous story told by Jesus. He is known for helping a st...
1. 📖 Misinterpretation of the Good Samaritan Parable
- The Good Samaritanstory, often misinterpreted, is not a real event but a teaching tool created by Jesus.
- The key message relates to eternal life, a primary theme in the Scriptures, which some interpret incorrectly.
- The parable features a Samaritan helping a beaten man, showcasing the gospel and Holy Spirit as symbols of salvation.
- Misinterpretation has led many to view this story solely as a lesson on helping neighbors, missing its deeper significance about eternal life.
2. 🧠 Understanding the Good Samaritan Story

- Many Christians and theologians have interpreted the Good Samaritanstory as a call to help neighbors, emphasizing the importance of aiding those in need.
- The original question relates to gaining eternal lifethrough actions, which leads to the interpretation of helping the unfortunate for salvation.
- This view is problematic; achieving eternal lifethrough good deeds can blur the lines with other religions rather than embodying Christian faith.
- Across the globe, laws have been established from the Good Samaritannarrative, where green countries protect helpers from lawsuits stemming from unintended harm.
- Jesuswanted believers to empathize with those in need rather than just view themselves as the helpers, emphasizing the need to receive God's mercy rather than assertively give.
2.1. Misinterpretation of the Good Samaritan Story
- Many Christians, pastors, and theologians interpret the Good Samaritanstory as an exhortation to help others, implying that doing so leads to eternal life.
- The original question of how to attain eternal lifeis misrepresented, as it is not simply about helping the needy.
- Laws in over half of the world's countries are based on the principle that helping someone in danger typically exempts the helper from liability for unintended harm.
- This widespread misunderstanding diverts the focus from receiving help, which is essential in interpreting Jesus's message about empathy towards those in need.
- Jesusemphasized a mindset shift, urging people to accept God's mercyrather than thinking they can earn eternal lifethrough their own actions.
2.2. Comparison of the Temple and Jesus' Teachings
- The passage refers to Matthew 12:6-7, highlighting that Jesus is greater than the temple, emphasizing His identity as the true sanctuary.
- Jesusstates, “I desire mercy and not sacrifice,” indicating that understanding this would prevent unjust condemnation of the innocent.
- The physical temple cannot offer salvation; only accepting the mercyprovided by Jesusleads to eternal life.
- The message conveys a comparison between the physical temple, human efforts in sacrifices, and the divine work of salvationperformed by Jesus.
- This teaching illustrates that salvationis not about what humans do, but what they receive from God through Jesus.
2.3. Understanding the Parable of the Good Samaritan
- The passage from Luke 10:25-37 describes a legal expert questioning Jesusabout inheriting eternal life, emphasizing lovefor God and neighbors.
- Jesusshares the story of a traveler attacked by robbers, highlighting the indifference of a priest and a Levite who pass by without helping.
- In contrast, a Samaritan stops to assist the injured man, demonstrating compassion by tending to his wounds and ensuring his care.
- Jesusprompts the expert to identify who acted as the neighbor, concluding that the one who showed mercyis the true neighbor.
- The lesson concludes with Jesusinstructing to "go and do likewise," indicating that loving one's neighbor, exemplified by the Good Samaritan, is essential for eternal life.
3. 👐 Understanding the Good Samaritan Story

- The story focuses on the Good Samaritan, emphasizing that he is the one who receives eternal lifeby helping the dying man, indicating that humanity must recognize its need for salvation.
- Jesushighlights the importance of the Law, reminding that one must acknowledge their sinfulness before receiving mercy, as demonstrated with the rich young ruler who falsely believed he followed the Law.
- The legal expert demonstrates knowledge by correctly summarizing the greatest commandments, yet Jesusshows that simply knowing the Law is not sufficient for true righteousness.
- The narrative of the journey from Jerusalem to Jericho illustrates a significant altitude change, symbolizing the difficulties and dangers faced by individuals pursuing righteousness.
- The Law serves as a metaphorical thief that exposes and condemns sin, leading individuals to recognize their desperate need for Jesus, who redeems from the curse of the Law.
4. ✝️ Misinterpretation of the Good Samaritan Story

- The Bible conveys the same message regardless of the literary form it takes; it aims to communicate fundamental truths.
- The lawreveals one's spiritual death rather than physical death, indicating a separation from God.
- The Good Samaritan serves as a metaphor for salvationthrough faith in Jesus, highlighting that many religious leaders lack the intent to offer genuine help.
- The religious elite are criticized for their hypocrisy, focusing on appearances while leading others away from the truth of eternal life.
- Jesus' acknowledgment as a Samaritan implies disdain, yet He symbolizes the healing power of the Holy Spirit and the New Covenant.
5. 🧐 Misinterpretation of the Good Samaritan Story

- The Good Samaritanstory emphasizes the importance of love and caring for others, reflecting how to obtain and preserve eternal life.
- It highlights that merely providing physical support is not sufficient; one must also continuously love Jesus through obedience to His commandments.
- The text references the possibility of losing eternal life in the context of the early churchand discusses how intentional sin leads to severe consequences.
- It distinguishes between the Old and New Testaments, indicating that the story's primary message is not simply helping those in need, but rather the comparison of faith and grace in achieving salvation.
- The need to maintain first love for Christ is emphasized, illustrating that helping those in distress is important, yet does not encapsulate the complete meaning of the Good Samaritan parable.
The video titled "[첫열매들][오해바로잡기] 선한 사마리아인 이야기가 어려운 사람 도우라는 얘기라고요?" aims to correct misconceptions surrounding the parable of the Good Samaritan, emphasizing that its true message is about eternal life rather than merely helping those in need. The speaker argues that many interpretations have shifted the focus from the original intent of Jesus, which is to illustrate how one can attain eternal life through understanding and accepting God's mercy, rather than through acts of charity alone. Ultimately, the content stresses the importance of recognizing oneself as the one in need of salvation, rather than solely as a helper.
1. Introduction to Misinterpretations
- Purpose: Correct common misinterpretations of the Bible .
- Focus: The parable of the Good Samaritan .
- Clarification: This is a fictional story, not a real event .
- Message: Misinterpretations can lead to incorrect practices .
2. Context of the Parable
- Scriptural Reference: Luke 10:25-37 .
- Background: Jesus teaches and sends out disciples .
- Encounter: A lawyer tests Jesus with a question .
- Jesus' Response: He answers with a story .
3. The Lawyer's Question
- Key Inquiry: How to attain eternal life? .
- Importance of Eternal Life: It is the most crucial issue .
- Jesus' Challenge: The lawyer's understanding of the law is questioned .
4. The Good Samaritan Story
- Narrative: A man is attacked and left for dead .
- Passersby: A priest and a Levite ignore him .
- Samaritan's Action: A despised Samaritan helps the injured man .
- Symbolism: Wine represents the Gospel; oil symbolizes the Holy Spirit .
5. Common Misinterpretations
- Misunderstanding: Many interpret the story as a call to help neighbors .
- Resulting Message: Helping others leads to eternal life .
- Critique: This interpretation aligns with other religions, not Christianity .
- Legal Context: Laws in many countries reflect this misunderstanding .
6. The True Message of the Parable
- Jesus' Concern: Focus on receiving God's mercy, not just giving .
- Repentance: Being ready to accept God's grace is essential .
- Comparison: Jesus contrasts sacrifice with mercy .
7. The Role of the Samaritan
- Samaritan as Christ: Represents Jesus who saves us .
- Law's Role: The law reveals our sinfulness .
- Spiritual Death: The law shows our need for salvation .
8. Conclusion and Key Takeaways
- Self-Reflection: Position yourself as the one in need .
- Comparison: The story contrasts sacrifice with receiving mercy .
- Call to Action: Helping others is important, but not the main message .
- Final Insight: The parable teaches about receiving grace and loving others .
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