“Kote’ Pasian aw, hih bang hi khin ahih ciangin kote in bang gen thei nawn ding ka hi uh hiam? Bang hang hiam cih leh kamsang na nasemte tungah thu pia-in, ‘Note va lutin na luah ding uh gam in, tua gam a, a na teeng gamdang mite in ninsakin, a kihhuai a gamtatnate uh tawh mong khat pan mong khat dongin a ninsa gamnin ahi hi. Tua ahih ciangin na tanute uh amau’ tapate tawh kitengsak kei un la, na tapate uh zi dingin amau’ tanute zong la kei un. Amaute’ phattuam nading leh mavan’ nading hanciam kei un. Tua bang hi leh note tha hatin tua gam-a piangte nuam takin na ne ding uh a, na tate un a luah tawntung dingin tua gam na piasawn thei ding uh hi,’ ci-in na thupiaknate ka zui kei uh hi.
What Does This Mean?
In Ezra 9:10, the speaker, likely Ezra himself, acknowledges the Israelites' failure to follow God's commandments. This verse expresses deep remorse and a sense of helplessness in the face of their sins.
Explained for Children
Imagine you broke a very important rule, and now you're feeling really sorry about it. Ezra is saying, 'What can we say now? We didn't follow the rules God gave us.'
Historical Background
Ezra 9:10 is from the Book of Ezra, written by the prophet Ezra after the Babylonian exile. It was addressed to the returned exiles who had started to intermarry with non-Jewish people, which was against God's commandments.
Living It Out Today
Consider a scenario where you promised to help a friend study for an exam but broke that promise. You might feel like Ezra here, wondering what to say after realizing your mistake. It's about owning up to our actions and seeking forgiveness.
The speaker is likely Ezra, the priest and scribe, addressing the Israelites' failure to follow God's commandments.
What did the Israelites forsake?
The Israelites had forsaken God's commandments, particularly by intermarrying with non-Jewish people.
How does this verse relate to modern life?
This verse reminds us to be accountable for our actions and to seek forgiveness when we fail to follow God's will, much like in any scenario where we break a promise or a rule.
What can we learn from Ezra 9:10?
We can learn the importance of acknowledging our sins and seeking God's forgiveness, as well as the value of community repentance and honesty.