今天的經文中有兩個截然相反的例子:一個是嫉妒的例子,另一個是忠貞友誼的例子。約納堂盡力幫助達味,因為他們是朋友,而友誼的奇蹟遠比個人利益更重要。
我們應該明白,在天主面前,他人的榮耀應該讓我們感到喜樂,正如一個和睦的家庭中,兄弟們會因彼此的成功而歡欣鼓舞。這最終會使整個家庭受益。
In today’s reading we have two opposite examples: an example of envy and an example of faithful friendship. Jonathan tries his best to help David, because they are friends, and the miracle of friendship is more important than personal advantage.
We should learn that, in front of God, other people’s glory is for our joy, as in a good family brothers rejoice at brothers’ success. It is to the advantage of the whole family.