E Jọsua ghi ya erhunmwu zẹ iran na urrie nẹ, ọ keghi tama iran wẹẹ, “Ke uwa kevbe ẹfe ni bun ọre ọ ghi gba rrie owa na, ẹmila ọrhẹnrhẹn, esiliva, igoru, oze, ematọn kevbe ukpọn ni bun. Wa ghae ne ivbi Izrẹl ne ihua uwa vbe avbe emwi ne uwa miẹn avbe eghian uwa ẹre.” Iran keghi kpao gha rrie. E Mosis mu otọe eso vbe odẹ ahọ ne ẹwae Manasẹ nẹ vbe odẹ ahọ e Jọdan sokpan e Jọsua keghi mu otọ ne obọ nọkpa vbe orrie ọghe Jọdan deba ẹwae nekpa.
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes Joshua sending away the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh after they helped conquer the land. Joshua blesses them before they return to their homes east of the Jordan River. The key message is about fulfillment of duty and blessing.
Explained for Children
Imagine you and your friends helped clean up a big park. After you finished, your teacher gave you a high-five and sent you home. That's like what Joshua did with the tribes who helped him. He blessed them and sent them back to their homes.
Historical Background
The book of Joshua was written by Joshua, the leader of the Israelites, around 1350 BC. It was written to the Israelite tribes who were about to enter and settle in the Promised Land. This verse reflects the ancient Near Eastern culture where leaders would bless those who had served them.
Living It Out Today
In modern life, think about a time when you helped a friend move to a new house. Afterward, they thanked you and sent you home. Similarly, Joshua blessed and sent away the tribes who helped him conquer the land, emphasizing the importance of recognition and gratitude.
Joshua sent the tribes away because they had fulfilled their duty by helping conquer the land. Now, they were returning to their homes east of the Jordan River.
What does 'went unto their tents' mean?
This phrase means the tribes went back to their homes or settlements. In ancient times, 'tents' referred to their living quarters, whether actual tents or homes.
How can we show gratitude like Joshua?
We can show gratitude like Joshua by thanking and blessing those who help us. It's important to recognize the efforts of others and express our appreciation.
Why is blessing important in this context?
Blessing is important because it shows Joshua's acknowledgment of their service and his desire for them to have God's favor as they return to their homes.