Numbers 21:30

Arabic SAB (الكتاب الشريف)

لَكِنَّنَا هَزَمْنَاهُمْ، هَلَكَتْ حَشْبُونُ حَتَّى إِلَى دِيبُونَ، أَفْنَيْنَاهُمْ حَتَّى إِلَى نُوفَحَ الَّتِي تَمْتَدُّ إِلَى مِيدَبَا.“

ما معنى هذا؟

This verse describes a battle where a group has conquered and destroyed several cities, including Heshbon, Dibon, and Nophah, extending to Medeba. It reflects the harsh realities of ancient warfare and territorial conquests.

شرح للأطفال

Imagine if a group of kids decided to take over all the playgrounds in the neighborhood and said, 'We've taken over all the swings and slides from the big playground to the small one, and nobody can play there anymore.' That's kind of what happened here, but with real cities and it was very sad for the people who lived there.

السياق التاريخي

The Book of Numbers, written by Moses, contains this verse. It was written around 1400 BCE and describes the Israelites' journey through the wilderness. This verse reflects the ongoing conflicts and territorial struggles during their journey.

التطبيق اليوم

In modern times, this verse can remind us about the importance of peaceful conflict resolution. Instead of destroying others or their possessions, we should strive to resolve disputes in a way that brings peace and understanding.

المواضيع

• conflict
• conquest
• war
• peace
• territorial disputes
• historical accounts

آيات ذات صلة

• Deuteronomy 2:26
• Judges 11:19
• Psalms 44:1-3
• Isaiah 10:28
• Jeremiah 48:2

أسئلة شائعة

Who is speaking in Numbers 21:30?

The speaker is likely a representative of the Amorites, reflecting on their conquest and destruction of several cities.

What does 'shot at them' mean in this context?

'Shot at them' here refers to attacking the cities with weapons, indicating a battle or conquest.

Can you explain the significance of Heshbon, Dibon, and Nophah?

These are specific cities that were conquered and destroyed, indicating the extent and impact of the conflict on the region.

How does this verse relate to the broader narrative of Numbers?

This verse is part of the broader narrative of the Israelites' journey and conflicts with neighboring peoples, reflecting the challenges they faced in establishing their territory.