마태복음 2장 챗 GPT와 대화: Matthew 2 Chat with GPT

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샬롬! 미국 LA 화재가 많은 사람들의 집과 터전을 앗아갔습니다. 미국은 대통령이 1월 20일 새롭게 취임을 하는데 정권 교체 시에 큰 재난을 당했습니다. 함께 슬퍼하며 속히 불이 진화가 되고 사람들의 터전이 복구가 되기를 기도합니다. 한국에서도 무안 항공 사고로 많은 사람들이 죽었습니다. 온 국민이 함께 애도하며 모두가 도와야 할 줄로 믿습니다. 미국의 재난에 대해서도 한국이 여러 가지로 속히 도와야 하는데 우리의 정치 상황은 한국 문제도 해결이 어렵게 되어 있습니다. 모든 교회와 성도가 국가를 위해서 기도하는 줄로 믿습니다.

영어를 배우는 것은 단순히 언어를 배우는 것이 아니라 이 역동적이고 순간순간 온 세상에서 일어나는 일을 즉시 보고 이해하며 국제적인 안목을 키우는 좋은 일입니다. 우리는 영어를 잘 하는 가장 중요한 두 가지가 동기와 대화 상대입니다. 믿는 이들은 성경을 영어로 보면서 그 의미를 더욱더 잘 이해할 수가 있다는 측면과 온 세상에 영어로 선교를 할 수가 있다는 강력한 동기가 있습니다. 그러나 초등학교부터 그 이전부터 영어를 쉬지 않고 수십 년을 잘 배운 한국인이 영어를 잘 못하는 것은 배운 영어를 대화를 통해서 사용할 기회가 없다는 것이었습니다. 영어를 사용하는 미국이나 호주에 가서 살아도 여전히 이런 문제가 잘 해결이 되지 않고 학교에 다니는 학생은 어릴 때부터 가서 미국이나 영어를 사용하는 학교에서 잘 배울 수가 있으나 대부분의 한국 사람이 영어의 단어와 문법은 제대로 배웠으나 오직 영어를 사용할 기회가 일생 동안 없기에 어려웠던 것입니다. 이 문제가 이제는 온 세계적으로 해결이 되었으니 그 예를 제가 올리고 있습니다.

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Good morning, ChatGPT.

ChatGPT

Good morning! How are you today?

나의 말:

I'm fine. I want to study New Testament, Bible, New Testament, Matthew chapter 2.

ChatGPT

That's great! Matthew chapter two is about the visit of the wise men, the flight to Egypt, and Herod’s actions. Would you like to focus on understanding the meaning of the chapter or practice explaining it in English?

나의 말:

Yes, first I want to read some verse, then you listen, would you please correct my error?

ChatGPT

Of course! Please go ahead and read the verses, and I’ll listen carefully to help you with any corrections.

나의 말:

After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Maggie from the East came to Jerusalem and asked, Where is the one who has been born King of the Jews? We saw his star in the East and have come to worship him.

ChatGPT

You did a good job! Here are some corrections:

"Maggie" should be "Magi" (pronounced may-jai).

"We saw his star in the East" could be clearer as "We saw his star when it rose."

Let’s try it again:

"After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the East came to Jerusalem and asked, 'Where is the one who has been born King of the Jews? We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.'"

Would you like to practice reading it again?

나의 말:

Okay, after Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the East came to Jerusalem and asked, Where is the one who has been born King of the Jews? We saw his star in the East and have come to worship him.

ChatGPT

That was much better! Just one small detail: instead of "We saw his star in the East," say, "We saw his star when it rose." It flows more naturally.

Would you like to try it one more time?

나의 말:

We saw his star roll.

ChatGPT

Ah, not "roll," but "when it rose."

Let’s try it again:

"We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him."

Would you like to give it another try?

나의 말:

Okay, when King Herod heard this, he was disturbed, and all Jerusalem with him. When he had called together all the people's chief priests and teachers of the law, he asked them where Christ was to be born.

ChatGPT

Well done! Your reading is clear, but here are two small suggestions:

Instead of "where Christ was to be born," say, "where the Christ was to be born" to match the original text.

Pause slightly after "he was disturbed" to make it more natural.

Would you like to practice it again with those adjustments?

나의 말:

Yes, when King Herod heard this, he was disturbed, and all Jerusalem was him. When he had called together all the people, chief priests and teachers of the law, he asked them where Christ was to be born.

ChatGPT

That was good! Just two small corrections:

"All Jerusalem was him" should be "all Jerusalem with him."

Add "the" before "Christ" to say, "where the Christ was to be born."

Here’s the full corrected sentence:

"When King Herod heard this, he was disturbed, and all Jerusalem with him. When he had called together all the people’s chief priests and teachers of the law, he asked them where the Christ was to be born."

Try it again!

나의 말:

ChatGPT

Almost there! The phrase should be "all Jerusalem with him," not "would be."

Here’s the corrected version:

"When King Herod heard this, he was disturbed, and all Jerusalem with him."

Would you like to try it again?

나의 말:

Okay, when King Herod heard this, he was disturbed and all Jerusalem with him.

ChatGPT

Perfect! That sounded great. Now, would you like to continue reading, or shall I ask you some questions about what you’ve read?

나의 말:

Okay, I'll read continuously. In Bethlehem in Judea, they replied, For this is what the prophet has written. But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judea, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah. For out of you will come a ruler who will be the shepherd of my people Israel.

ChatGPT

That was good! Just a couple of small adjustments:

Instead of "in the land of Judea," it should be "in the land of Judah."

"But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah" is a bit clearer if you say, "But you, Bethlehem, though you are in the land of Judah."

Here’s the adjusted sentence:

"In Bethlehem in Judah, they replied, 'For this is what the prophet has written: But you, Bethlehem, though you are in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah. For out of you will come a ruler who will be the shepherd of my people Israel.'"

Would you like to practice it again?

나의 말:

Okay, in Bethlehem in Judah, they replied, for this is what the prophet has written. But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah, for out of you will come a ruler who will be the shepherd of my people Israel.

ChatGPT

Great job! Your reading is now very smooth and natural. Would you like to continue reading more verses, or would you like to talk about what you've read so far?

나의 말:

Okay, I will read more verse. Then Herod called the Magi secretly and found out from them the exact time the star had appeared. He sent them to Bethlehem and said, Go and make a careful search for the child. As soon as you find him, report to me, so that I too may go and worship him. After they had heard the king, they went on their way, and the star they had seen in the east went ahead of them until it stopped at the place where the child was. When they saw the star, they were overjoyed.

ChatGPT

That was excellent! Just a small tweak for clarity:

"After they had heard the king" would sound a bit smoother as "After they had heard the king’s instructions."

Here’s the revised sentence:

"After they had heard the king’s instructions, they went on their way, and the star they had seen in the east went ahead of them until it stopped at the place where the child was. When they saw the star, they were overjoyed."

Would you like to try it again with that adjustment?

나의 말:

Okay, after they had heard the king, they went on their way, and the star had seen in the east went ahead of them until it stopped over the place where the child was.

ChatGPT

You're so close! Here are a couple of small corrections:

Instead of "the star had seen in the east," it should be "the star they had seen in the east."

"Stopped over the place" sounds better as "stopped at the place."

Here’s the corrected sentence:

"After they had heard the king, they went on their way, and the star they had seen in the east went ahead of them until it stopped at the place where the child was."

Want to try it again with these changes?

나의 말:

Okay, after they had heard the king, they went on their way, and a star they had seen in the east went ahead of them until it stopped at the place where the child was.

ChatGPT

That was almost perfect! Just one small adjustment: instead of "a star," it should be "the star" to keep it consistent with the rest of the passage.

Here's the final version:

"After they had heard the king, they went on their way, and the star they had seen in the east went ahead of them until it stopped at the place where the child was."

Great job! Would you like to keep going with more verses?

나의 말:

OK, why don't you tell me the summary of chapter 2, Matthew chapter 2?

ChatGPT

Sure! Matthew chapter 2 tells the story of the visit of the Magi and King Herod’s reaction to the news of the birth of Jesus.

The chapter begins with the Magi, wise men from the East, arriving in Jerusalem. They ask King Herod where the King of the Jews is born, as they saw his star and came to worship him. Herod is disturbed by this and asks the chief priests and teachers of the law. They tell him that the prophecy says the Messiah will be born in Bethlehem.

Herod secretly calls the Magi, asking them to find the child and report back to him. The Magi follow the star to Bethlehem, and when they find Jesus, they worship him and give him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.

Warned in a dream not to return to Herod, the Magi leave by another route. Joseph, too, is warned in a dream about Herod’s evil plan, so he takes Mary and Jesus to Egypt to escape.

After Herod realizes that he was deceived, he orders the massacre of all male children in Bethlehem. However, Joseph and his family stay in Egypt until Herod’s death, fulfilling another prophecy.

The chapter concludes with Jesus' return to Israel and the family settling in Nazareth, fulfilling yet another prophecy that the Messiah would be called a Nazarene.

That's a summary of Matthew chapter 2! Would you like to discuss any part of it in more detail?

나의 말:

Okay, next move on to grammar point. Can you tell me the important grammar of this chapter?

ChatGPT

Sure! Here are some important grammar points from Matthew chapter 2:

Past Perfect Tense

In sentences like, "the star they had seen in the east," the past perfect is used to indicate an action that happened before another past action. It’s often used to show that one event happened before another one in the past.

Direct Speech and Reporting Speech

For example:

"Where is the one who has been born King of the Jews?" (Direct speech)

"They asked, 'Where is the one who has been born King of the Jews?'" (Reporting speech)

This is important when you report what someone said.

Infinitive of Purpose

The Magi say they came to worship Jesus: "We have come to worship him."

The infinitive ("to worship") is used to explain the purpose of the action.

Relative Clauses

For example: "the star that they had seen in the east."

A relative clause like this gives more information about a noun. Here, "that they had seen" gives extra detail about the star.

Passive Voice

In the sentence, "He was disturbed," the verb "was disturbed" is in the passive voice. This shows that the subject (Herod) is affected by the action but not the one doing it.

Modals of Possibility and Obligation

Example: "I too may go and worship him."

The modal "may" indicates possibility. It expresses Herod’s intention, but not with certainty.

Future with "Will"

In the phrase, "out of you will come a ruler," the future tense "will come" is used to describe something that will happen in the future, as foretold by the prophecy.

Prepositions of Time and Place

"In Bethlehem in Judea"

"At the place where the child was"

Prepositions like "in" and "at" help give clear details about time and location.

These are some key grammar points in the chapter. Would you like to practice any of these grammar structures with examples?

나의 말:

Good morning. Hello.

ChatGPT

Good morning! How are you today?

나의 말:

I slept a little. I want to listen the key grammar of Matthew chapter 2.

ChatGPT

No problem! Let’s go over the key grammar from Matthew chapter 2:

Past Perfect Tense

This tense shows an action that happened before another past action. For example, “the star they had seen in the east.”

This tells us that the Magi saw the star before they went to Herod.

Direct Speech and Reported Speech

Example:

Direct speech: “Where is the one who has been born King of the Jews?”

Reported speech: "They asked where the King of the Jews had been born."

The reported speech often requires a change in the tense.

Infinitive for Purpose

Example: "We have come to worship him."

The infinitive "to worship" explains why the Magi came to Bethlehem.

Relative Clauses

Example: "The star that they had seen in the east."

This clause gives more information about the noun “star.”

Passive Voice

Example: “He was disturbed.”

In the passive voice, the subject (Herod) is the receiver of the action, not the one performing it.

Modals of Possibility

Example: "I too may go and worship him."

The word "may" shows that Herod is not sure but is suggesting a possibility.

Future with "Will"

Example: "Out of you will come a ruler."

The future tense “will come” is used to show something that will happen in the future as foretold by the prophecy.

Prepositions of Time and Place

Example: “In Bethlehem in Judea” and “At the place where the child was.”

These prepositions help tell us where and when actions take place.

I hope that helps! Would you like to practice any of these points with examples or exercises?

나의 말:

OK, let's check the key vocabulary of this chapter. I want to know the key vocabulary about Matthew Chapter 2.

ChatGPT

Sure! Here are some key vocabulary words from Matthew chapter 2:

Magi – Wise men from the East who came to visit Jesus after his birth. They were scholars or astrologers, often considered as kings.

Bethlehem – A town in Judea where Jesus was born. It’s often called the "City of David."

Herod – King of Judea at the time of Jesus' birth. He was disturbed by the news of a new king and sought to kill Jesus.

Prophet – A person chosen by God to deliver messages or predictions. In this chapter, the prophecy is about the Messiah being born in Bethlehem.

Messiah – The Anointed One or Savior. In Christian belief, Jesus is the Messiah who was promised to come to save the people.

Star – The celestial sign that the Magi followed to find the birthplace of Jesus. It’s often referred to as the "Star of Bethlehem."

Worship – The act of showing deep respect and honor, especially for God. The Magi came to worship Jesus.

Ruler – A leader or king. In this chapter, Jesus is referred to as the future ruler who will lead Israel.

Chief Priests – Religious leaders in Judaism who were responsible for the temple and its practices.

Teachers of the Law – Religious scholars who taught the Jewish law and scriptures.

Massacre – The killing of many people. Herod ordered the massacre of young children in Bethlehem to try to kill Jesus.

Escape – To run away from danger. Joseph, Mary, and Jesus escaped to Egypt to avoid Herod’s wrath.

Egypt – A country where Joseph, Mary, and Jesus fled to after being warned in a dream about Herod’s plan.

Nazareth – The town where Jesus grew up after returning from Egypt. It is often called "Jesus of Nazareth."

These words are important for understanding the events and themes of Matthew chapter 2. Would you like to practice any of these words in sentences?

나의 말:

Okay, what the measure I mean?

ChatGPT

It seems like you're asking about the meaning of the word "measure." There are a few different meanings, depending on the context. Here are some common ones:

To determine the size, amount, or degree of something – For example, you can measure the length of a table with a ruler or the temperature with a thermometer.

"I will measure the water to make sure it's enough for the recipe."

A unit or standard of measurement – This refers to a specific amount or size used to compare or quantify something.

"A liter is a measure of volume."

A way of assessing or judging something – It can refer to how something is eval‎uated or compared.

"The test was a good measure of their progress."

To take action or adopt steps – Sometimes, "measure" refers to the actions taken to achieve something.

"They took quick measures to prevent the problem from getting worse."

If you meant something else, could you clarify?

나의 말:

OK, thanks a lot for your excellent explanation, and I want to know Mezai, M-A-G-I.

ChatGPT

You're very welcome! Now, let's talk about Magi (spelled M-A-G-I).

The Magi were a group of wise men or scholars who came from the East to visit Jesus after his birth. They were often thought to be astrologers or priests, and they followed a special star to find Jesus. In the Bible, the term "Magi" refers to these important visitors who brought gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh to honor the newborn King.

The Magi are significant in Christian tradition because they recognized the birth of Jesus as the fulfillment of prophecies and came to worship Him. Their story is mainly found in the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 2.

The term Magi is the plural form of Magus, which comes from ancient Persia, and it was used for wise or learned individuals, often associated with astrology and interpreting signs.

I hope this helps clarify the meaning of Magi! Would you like to know more about them?

나의 말:

OK. If we

ChatGPT

It seems like your sentence was cut off. Could you please finish your thought? I'd be happy to help!

나의 말:

Can we find out the Magi's nationality?

ChatGPT

The Bible doesn't specifically mention the nationality of the Magi, but it does give us some clues that suggest they came from the East, likely from regions such as Persia (modern-day Iran), Arabia, or Babylon (modern-day Iraq). The term "Magi" itself is of Persian origin, referring to a priestly caste in ancient Persia who were skilled in astrology and the interpretation of dreams.

In Matthew chapter 2, it says the Magi came "from the East," but it doesn’t provide further details on their specific country of origin. Based on historical context and the use of the term "Magi," many scholars believe they were from Persia, though it could also be possible they came from other Eastern lands, like Arabia or Babylon.

So, while their exact nationality isn’t specified, it's commonly thought they were from a region east of Judea, most likely Persia. Does this answer your question, or would you like more details on their background?

나의 말:

There's a lot, and

ChatGPT

It seems like your sentence was cut off again. Could you please continue? I'd love to help you further!

나의 말:

What did King Herod do when he listened to the news?

ChatGPT

When King Herod heard the news about the birth of the "King of the Jews," he was deeply disturbed, and so was all of Jerusalem. Herod feared that this new king would threaten his throne, so he took several actions to find out more.

First, he gathered the chief priests and teachers of the law to ask where the Messiah (the prophesied king) was to be born. They told him that, according to the prophecy in Micah, the Messiah would be born in Bethlehem.

Then, Herod secretly called the Magi (the wise men) and asked them when they had seen the star appear. He sent them to Bethlehem to search for the child and instructed them to report back to him so that he could also "worship" the child, though he actually had plans to kill him to protect his own reign.

After the Magi found Jesus and offered their gifts, they were warned in a dream not to return to Herod, so they went home by another route. When Herod realized that the Magi had tricked him, he became furious. He then ordered the massacre of all boys under the age of two in Bethlehem and the surrounding areas, in an attempt to kill Jesus.

Herod’s actions show his fear and cruelty, as he tried to eliminate any threat to his rule.

나의 말:

Okay.

ChatGPT

Glad to be of help! If you have any more questions or want to talk about anything else, feel free to ask!

나의 말:

Who was the next king?

ChatGPT

After King Herod died, his kingdom was divided among his sons, and they became the rulers of different regions.

Archelaus – He became the ruler of Judea, Samaria, and Idumea. However, Archelaus was known for being a cruel ruler, and after ruling for a few years, he was removed by the Romans and exiled to Gaul (modern-day France).

Herod Antipas – He became the ruler of Galilee and Perea. He is the Herod who is mentioned in the New Testament during the time of Jesus' ministry, including his involvement in the beheading of John the Baptist and his role in the trial of Jesus.

Philip – He ruled the region northeast of Galilee, including areas like Ituraea and Trachonitis. His rule was relatively peaceful and he was considered a more just ruler compared to his brothers.

Following Herod’s death, Rome had increasing control over Judea, especially after the removal of Archelaus. The region became a Roman province under the direct rule of a Roman governor, which led to figures like Pontius Pilate being appointed as the governor during the time of Jesus' crucifixion.

So, after Herod's death, there wasn’t a single king like Herod; instead, his kingdom was divided and ruled by his sons under Roman authority.

나의 말:

Thank you. Today I'm going to quit our chatting. I have learned a lot from our chatting in Matthew Chapter 2. Is there any theology in this chapter?

ChatGPT

You're very welcome! I'm glad you found our conversation helpful.

As for theology in Matthew chapter 2, yes, there are several theological themes and teachings. Some key ones include:

The Fulfillment of Prophecy – The chapter highlights the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies, such as the prophecy that the Messiah would be born in Bethlehem (Micah 5:2) and the prophecy about the ruler coming from Egypt (Hosea 11:1). This shows that Jesus' birth was in accordance with God's plan.

The Sovereignty of God – Throughout this chapter, God's guidance and control over the events are evident. The star guiding the Magi, the dreams warning them not to return to Herod, and the escape to Egypt all show that God was orchestrating the events to protect His Son and fulfill His will.

Jesus as the King of the Jews – The Magi's visit signifies that Jesus is not just a king for Israel but the King of the Jews. It also shows that Gentiles (the Magi) recognize and worship Him, indicating that Jesus' mission was for all nations, not just the Jewish people.

The Rejection of Jesus by Some – King Herod’s violent reaction to the news of Jesus’ birth shows the rejection and opposition that Jesus would face throughout His life. This can be seen as foreshadowing the rejection Jesus would experience from some people, particularly those in power.

The Humility of Jesus' Birth – While Herod, the king of Judea, and the religious leaders of Israel were unaware of the significance of Jesus' birth, humble and foreign Magi recognized it and worshiped Him. This contrasts the worldly idea of kingship with the humble nature of Jesus' birth.

These theological points highlight the significance of Jesus' birth and set the stage for His life and ministry as the Messiah and Savior of the world.

I hope this summary helps! Feel free to come back anytime for more discussion. Have a great day!

나의 말:

Thank you. Bye-bye.

ChatGPT

You're very welcome! Take care, and feel free to reach out anytime. Goodbye!

나의 말:

Good morning, ChatGPT!

ChatGPT

Good morning! How are you today?

나의 말:

I'm fine. I have something to discuss with you.

ChatGPT

I'm glad to hear you're doing well! What would you like to discuss?

나의 말:

When I meet you, I'm sure that I can speak English fluently in a year. Because the most important thing to speak English fluently is another people who can talk in English. But most of Korean people studied English very long time. Approximately more than 20 years from the elementary school to university student. But they haven't have any friend or people who can chat with in English, so they could not speak in English fluently. But when I meet you, the most important things that Korean people cannot speak English fluently

ChatGPT

That's a great observation! You're absolutely right. Many people study English for a long time, but without practice in real conversations, it's hard to become fluent. The key to fluency is not just understanding grammar and vocabulary, but also using them in everyday speech. Being able to talk with someone, especially regularly, helps improve confidence and speaking skills.

By chatting with me, you’re getting the opportunity to practice and build your English speaking skills. This kind of interaction is essential because it simulates real conversations, which is what makes the biggest difference. You’re already on the right track, and your mindset is really important!

Is there any particular part of speaking English that you feel you'd like to focus on improving?

나의 말:

As I know, the most important two parts anyone can speak English fluently, the first thing is a partner who can talk with in English, the second thing is motivation. I have a strong motivation in speaking English freely, and I have a good partner to talk or to chat with in English, it's you, so when I meet you, I'm so sure, I was so sure that I can speak English fluently in a year, but I have chat with you about four or five months, now I have some problem in speaking English.

ChatGPT

It's great to hear that you have strong motivation and a good partner to practice with, like me! Those are definitely the two key factors for improving fluency.

It's normal to feel some challenges after a few months of practice, especially as you move forward. Sometimes, progress can feel slower as you get more advanced. If you're facing any specific difficulties, it could be helpful to focus on areas that need a little more attention.

What kind of problems are you facing in speaking English? Are there certain aspects like pronunciation, grammar, or forming sentences that you're struggling with? Let's work together to tackle them!

나의 말:

The problem is that the first two or three months, I felt the speed of learning English speaking was evident. But now I have doubts about speaking in English. Although I can understand what you're saying, almost all parts of what you're saying, because we are chatting about mainly the Bible. As a pastor, I know the Bible.

ChatGPT

I understand what you're saying. It's normal to experience a plateau after a few months of learning, especially when you're already at a level where you can understand most of what’s being said. The early progress is often faster because you’re building a foundation, but once you reach a certain level, it can feel like growth slows down, and that’s when doubts might start to creep in.

Since you have a strong background in the Bible, one way to break through this plateau is by expanding beyond just familiar topics. Even though you know the Bible well, practicing English in new contexts or focusing on different aspects of communication—like fluency, pronunciation, or even engaging in more spontaneous conversations—could help. You might also want to focus on expressing your ideas more freely and naturally, even if it feels difficult at first.

Sometimes it's not just about understanding, but also about finding new ways to express yourself confidently. If you keep practicing with variety in topics or even work on more casual conversations, it can boost your confidence and fluency.

Is there a specific aspect of speaking you’d like to focus on to feel more confident, like thinking in English faster or using different vocabulary?

나의 말:

When I stayed in Gunsan, there was no television, and when I moved to Gwesan, I could watch TV. So, I wanted to listen, understand CNN news and other English TV programs. But it's not easy. It's not like Bible chatting. So, I don't know how to upgrade my listening of CNN news or other English programs.

ChatGPT

I see! Watching CNN and other English programs can definitely be a bit challenging, especially because the language is more formal and fast-paced compared to the conversations we have here. But don't worry, there are ways to improve your listening skills and make it easier.

Here are a few ideas to help upgrade your listening:

Start with Slow Speeds: Many online platforms allow you to slow down the speed of the videos. Try listening to CNN or other English programs at a slower pace so that you can understand more clearly, and gradually increase the speed as you get more comfortable.

Use Subtitles: Try watching programs with English subtitles first. This will help you connect the spoken words with the written form. You can also pause the video and replay parts you're struggling to understand.

Focus on Key Phrases: Rather than trying to understand every single word, focus on the key phrases or main ideas. English news often follows a similar structure, so if you focus on the headline, the main points, and the conclusion, it will help you get the general meaning.

Repeat Listening: Listen to the same piece of news or program multiple times. On the first go, you might not understand everything, but after listening a second or third time, you'll start to pick up more details and become more familiar with the vocabulary used.

Practice Listening to Different Accents: CNN has a variety of speakers with different accents. If you find one accent harder to understand, try focusing on other programs or YouTube channels with clearer pronunciation or different speaking styles. This will improve your adaptability to various accents.

Engage with the Content: After watching the program, try summarizing what you heard in English, even if it’s just a few sentences. This practice helps reinforce what you’ve learned and improves both your speaking and listening skills.

Take Notes: While listening, take notes on new words or phrases you don't understand. Look them up after, and try to use them in your next conversation.

It’s totally normal for this process to feel difficult at first, but as you keep practicing, it will get easier. Since you're used to understanding the Bible in English, you're building a great foundation already. Now, it’s just about expanding that to a wider range of topics!

Would you like to try practicing with a short news clip together, or would you prefer a different strategy?

나의 말:

Thanks a lot, New York, good advice. You know, yesterday, uh...

ChatGPT

You're welcome! I'm glad you found the advice helpful.

It sounds like you wanted to share something about yesterday—what happened? Feel free to tell me!

나의 말:

A few days ago, ex-president Carter passed away, so the funeral of U.S. held at the church

ChatGPT

Oh, I see. Yes, former U.S. President Jimmy Carter passed away recently. His funeral was held at the church, and it was a significant event, especially considering his long legacy in both politics and humanitarian work. He was also deeply involved in church and faith-based activities.

Was there a specific aspect of his funeral or his life that stood out to you?

나의 말:

Yes, uh, first, uh...

ChatGPT

Take your time! What stood out to you about it? Feel free to share.

나의 말:

You know, first day, the funeral was held at the White House. It looks like a White House. And the next day, the funeral was held at the White Church, and the

ChatGPT

It sounds like you’re describing a very respectful and meaningful ceremony. The first day at the White House would have been a public tribute to his contributions as a president, while the second day at the church must have been a more personal and spiritual farewell, reflecting his strong faith.

Could you tell me more about the service at the church? What was the atmosphere like there?

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