«Matigi Ala ko: ‹Taga lɔ Matigi Ala ta batoso lukɛnɛ ra; mɔgɔ minw bɛ to ka bɔ Zuda duguw bɛɛ ra ka na o kinbiri gban ka Matigi Ala bato a ta batoso kɔnɔ, ne bɛ i ci ni kuma minw bɛɛ ye olugu fɛ, taga o kumaw bɛɛ fɔ o ye, i kana hali kelen bɔ a ra.
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, God tells Jeremiah to stand in the temple court and speak to everyone from Judah who comes to worship. He instructs Jeremiah to say everything God tells him without leaving anything out.
Explained for Children
Imagine God is like a teacher who gives you an important message to share with all your classmates. He wants you to stand in front of everyone and tell them exactly what he said, without leaving out any part of the message.
Historical Background
This verse comes from the Book of Jeremiah, written by the prophet Jeremiah around 626-586 BCE. It addresses the people of Judah who gathered in the temple for worship. The cultural setting was one of religious and political turmoil in ancient Israel.
Living It Out Today
Today, this verse reminds us of the importance of honesty and integrity when we share important messages or beliefs with others. For example, a teacher should always convey the correct information to students without omitting crucial details.