므나 비유(눅 19:11-27) 해석을 위한 다섯 가지 쟁점 연구 = A Study of Five Issues for Interpreting the Parable of the Minas (Luke 19:11-27)

다국어 초록 (Multilingual Abstract)

This study attempts to rightly understand the Parable of the Minas through the interpretation of five issues. First, there are those who interpret the Parable of the Minas outside its context, unrelated to the second coming of Jesus.
However, the context indicates that it addresses the disciples who misunderstand that the Kingdom of God is about to arrive. Second, some cite the Parable of the Talents in Matthew as a parallel text to the Parable of the Minas.
However, there are at least twelve differences between the two parables. Third, there are those who oppose the traditional view of the nobleman as Jesus Christ and interpret the Parable of the Minas from a socio-economic perspective.
They claim that the image of the nobleman’s judgment does not align with Jesus' merciful nature. However, other passages in Luke regarding the second coming consistently portray Jesus as a judge (e.g., Luke 10:12; 16:19- 31). Fourth, some argue that there is no significant difference between the servant who gained ten minas and the one who gained five. However, the distinct praises given to each clearly indicate differences in the glory that the saints will receive. Fifth, there are those who claim that the third servant would not be judged because of Jesus’ merciful character. Yet, as mentioned earlier, while Luke does speak of Jesus’ mercy, it also addresses His serious judgment. In summary, the Parable of the Minas serves to correct the disciples’ misunderstanding about the kingdom of God. The Kingdom will be completed through the second coming. Until then, the disciples must remain faithful to the tasks entrusted to them by Jesus.