Gott schickte seinen Engel auch nach Jerusalem, um die Stadt zu vernichten. Doch kaum hatte der Engel sein Werk begonnen, da hatte der Herr Mitleid mit den Menschen in ihrem Elend, und er befahl: »Genug damit! Hör auf, das Volk zu töten!« Der Engel stand gerade auf dem Dreschplatz des Jebusiters Arauna.
Was bedeutet das?
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.
Für Kinder erklärt
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.
Historischer Hintergrund
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.
Anwendung für heute
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.