2 Samuel 2:29
Amharic Bible (መጽሐፍ ቅዱስ (የብሉይና የሐዲስ ኪዳን መጻሕፍት))
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes Abner and his men traveling through the night from one place to another. They crossed the Jordan River and continued their journey until they reached Mahanaim. The verse does not include a speaker but gives a straightforward account of their journey.
Explained for Children
Imagine you and your friends went on a night hike, crossing a river and walking through the dark until you reached a safe place. That's what Abner and his friends did. They walked all night to get to a place called Mahanaim.
Historical Background
2 Samuel was written by multiple authors, possibly including the prophet Nathan and the prophet Gad, around the 10th century BCE. This verse is part of the narrative about the conflict between David and Saul's son, Ish-bosheth, and it describes the movements of Abner, who supported Ish-bosheth.
Living It Out Today
Just like Abner and his men, sometimes we have to make tough journeys to reach a place of safety or peace. In modern life, this could mean working hard through a difficult period to achieve a goal or find a better situation.