Genesis 34:12
Arabic SVD 1865 Version (Smith and Van Dyke)
ما معنى هذا؟
In Genesis 34:12, Shechem, who is in love with Dinah, tells her family that he is willing to give anything they ask for as a dowry, but he just wants to marry Dinah. This shows his earnest desire to marry her despite any demands her family might make.
شرح للأطفال
Imagine if your friend really wanted to marry your sister. He would say, 'I'll do anything you want, just let me marry her!' That's what Shechem is saying to Dinah's family. He really, really wants to marry Dinah and is willing to do anything to make that happen.
السياق التاريخي
This verse comes from the book of Genesis, written by Moses around 1446-1406 B.C. It reflects the ancient Near Eastern culture where dowries and gifts were common practices in marriage arrangements. The text is part of a narrative detailing the interactions between Jacob's family and the Hivites.
التطبيق اليوم
In modern times, this verse can be applied to situations where someone is willing to do whatever it takes to achieve a goal, like a man proposing to his girlfriend and being ready to meet her family's demands. It highlights the importance of commitment and readiness to make sacrifices for love.