Joshua 19:50

German TKW (Textbibel von Kautzsch und Weizsäcker)

Nach dem Geheiße Jahwes verliehen sie ihm die Stadt, die er erbeten hatte, Thimnath Serah auf dem Gebirge Ephraim. Und er befestigte die Stadt und ließ sich darin nieder.

Was bedeutet das?

This verse tells us that Joshua was given the city of Timnathserah in the mountains of Ephraim, just as God had promised. Joshua built the city and lived there. It shows God's fulfillment of His promises.

Für Kinder erklärt

Imagine you asked your parents for a special toy, and they gave it to you just like they promised. That's what happened to Joshua. God promised him a city, and He gave it to him.

Historischer Hintergrund

The Book of Joshua was likely written by Joshua himself, or shortly after his time, around 1350-1250 BCE. It was written for the Israelites who were about to enter the Promised Land, showing them how God fulfills His promises.

Anwendung für heute

Just like Joshua, when we trust God and ask for something within His will, He fulfills His promises. Think about a time you needed something and God provided it for you.

Themen

• promises
• trust
• fulfillment
• provision
• obedience
• land

Verwandte Verse

• Joshua 1:6
• Deuteronomy 7:12-13
• Matthew 6:33
• Ephesians 1:11
• Philippians 4:19

Häufige Fragen

What is the significance of Timnathserah?

Timnathserah was the city Joshua received as his inheritance, symbolizing God's fulfillment of His promise to Joshua and the land he would receive.

Why did Joshua build the city?

Building the city shows Joshua's commitment and trust in God's promise. It was a practical act of faith in the land God had given him.

How does this verse relate to God's promises?

This verse shows that God fulfills His promises. Just as He promised Joshua this city, He fulfills His promises to us as well.

What can we learn from Joshua's example in this verse?

Joshua's example teaches us to trust God's promises and to actively build our lives on what God has given us.