Yawɛ yi ti ti yi mabihi maa vuhim kaman o ni tin ya vuhim shɛm ŋɔ, ka bɛ gba ti nya tiŋgbani ʒini Yawɛ ŋun nyɛ yi Naawuni ŋɔ ni zaŋ tiŋgbɔn shɛli ti ba Jɔɔdɛn Mɔɣili dul’ la ni; di nyaaŋa ka yi ni yino kam naanyi labina ti ʒini tiŋgbɔn shɛli n ni zaŋ tin ya ni yi su li ŋɔ ni.”
What Does This Mean?
This verse is part of Moses' speech to the Israelites. It says that the Israelites should wait until their fellow tribes have settled in the land on the other side of the Jordan River before they return to their own land. The key message is about patience and solidarity.
Explained for Children
Imagine you and your friends are on a big trip. Moses is telling you to wait until your friends have found their spots in the big park before you go back to play in your favorite spot. It's about waiting and helping your friends first.
Historical Background
Deuteronomy was written by Moses around 1200 BCE, as he prepared the Israelites to enter the Promised Land after their exodus from Egypt. The Israelites were about to cross the Jordan River, and Moses was giving them instructions and encouragements.
Living It Out Today
In modern life, this verse can remind us to support our friends and family in achieving their goals before focusing solely on our own. For example, if a coworker is working on a big project, we can help them succeed before returning to our own tasks.