☝️ Key Points
- The song 'Between Jericho and Jerusalem' is based on the biblical story of the Good Samaritan and addresses mercy and neighborly love.
- The first verse tells the story of a man who is attacked by robbers on the symbolic 'path of mercy'.
- The second verse shows the ignorance towards neighborly love and mercy by two religious men - a priest and a Levite.
- In the third verse, a Samaritan becomes a symbol of neighborly love and mercy as he takes care of the injured man.
- The last verse urges listeners to see the need of others, show mercy, and practice neighborly love.
Interpretation
The song 'Zwischen Jericho und Jerusalem' is based on the biblical story of the Good Samaritan from Luke's Gospel, chapter 10, verses 25-37. It addresses mercy and love for one's neighbor.
In the first verse, the song describes a situation where a man is attacked and seriously injured by robbers. It presents the road between Jericho and Jerusalem as a symbolic 'path of mercy' that many do not take.
The second verse tells the story of two religious men - a priest and a Levite - who see the injured man but pass by because they are in a hurry to go to the temple service. Their behavior shows ignorance towards love for one's neighbor and mercy, despite fulfilling their religious duties.
In the third verse, a Samaritan comes to the aid of the injured man. Although Samaritans were despised at that time, this person shows mercy and takes care of the injured man. He becomes a symbol of love for one's neighbor and mercy.
The last verse directly addresses the listeners. They are urged to see the need of others and show mercy. The message is that every person should walk the 'path of mercy' and practice love for one's neighbor, regardless of circumstances.