1 Chronicles 21:15

Arabic SVD 1865 Version (Smith and Van Dyke)

وارسل الله ملاكا على اورشليم لاهلاكها وفيما هو يهلك رأى الرب فندم على الشر وقال للملاك المهلك كفى الآن رد يدك. وكان ملاك الرب واقفا عند بيدر أرنان اليبوسي

ما معنى هذا؟

This verse describes an angel sent by God to destroy Jerusalem, but God sees the destruction and stops it, telling the angel to stop. The angel stops at the threshing floor of Ornan the Jebusite.

شرح للأطفال

Imagine a big, angry storm was about to destroy a city. But a kind parent sees the destruction happening and stops the storm. They tell it to stop at a nearby farm. It's like God stopping something bad from getting worse.

السياق التاريخي

1 Chronicles was written by unknown authors, likely during or shortly after the Babylonian exile, to provide a historical narrative for the Israelites. This section reflects the time when King David was ruling, and the people of Jerusalem faced a severe judgment.

التطبيق اليوم

This verse can remind us that even in our darkest times, God can stop the destruction and offer us a way out. For instance, if someone is struggling with addiction, this verse can be a reminder that God can step in and provide a way to stop the destructive cycle.

المواضيع

• judgment
• divine intervention
• repentance
• protection
• salvation
• hope

آيات ذات صلة

• 2 Samuel 24:16
• 2 Samuel 24:24
• 2 Chronicles 3:1
• Exodus 32:10
• Revelation 9:15

أسئلة شائعة

Why did God send an angel to destroy Jerusalem?

This destruction was part of a consequence for David's decision to take a census, which showed a lack of trust in God's provision for Israel.

What does it mean that God repented of the evil?

It means God changed His mind about the destruction once He saw the extent of the damage, showing compassion and mercy.

Who was Ornan the Jebusite?

Ornan was a Jebusite living in Jerusalem, and his threshing floor became significant later as the site for the Temple, built by Solomon.

What can we learn about God's nature from this verse?

This verse teaches us about God's mercy and His willingness to intervene and stop destruction, showing His compassion and care for His people.