German TKW (Textbibel von Kautzsch und Weizsäcker)
So spricht Jahwe: Ihr sollt nicht hinziehen, um gegen eure Brüder, die Israeliten, zu kämpfen: jedermann kehre wieder heim, denn durch mich ist es also gefügt worden! Als sie das Wort Jahwes vernahmen, kehrten sie um und zogen ab, wie Jahwe befahl.
Was bedeutet das?
God tells the people of Judah not to fight against their brothers from the northern kingdom of Israel. He says it's his will, and they obey, returning home as instructed.
Für Kinder erklärt
Imagine if your big brother told you not to fight with your other siblings because he said it was his wish. That's what God did here. He told the people not to fight their brothers, and they listened and went home.
Historischer Hintergrund
The verse is part of 1 Kings, written by various authors in the 6th century BC, possibly during the Babylonian exile. It describes a moment during the reign of Rehoboam, where God intervenes to prevent a civil war between the divided kingdom of Israel.
Anwendung für heute
In today's context, this verse can remind us to listen to wise counsel and avoid conflicts that can harm relationships, especially when it's clear that a higher authority (like God) is guiding the situation.