Ewe 1913 (Biblia alo Ŋɔŋlɔ Kɔkɔe La Le Eʋegbe Me 1913)
Esi tasiaɖam-amegãwo kpo Yosafat la, woɖe to ɖee, be woakpe kplii, elabena wobu be, eya nye Israel-fia la. Tete Yosafat de asi aƒadodo me; eye Yehowa xɔ nɛ, eye Mawu ble wo dzoe le eŋu.
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes a battle scene where Jehoshaphat, who was mistaken for the king of Israel, was surrounded by enemy chariots. He cried out for help, and God intervened, causing the attackers to move away from him.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're playing hide-and-seek, and your friends think you're someone else. They come to catch you, but when you yell for help, a guardian angel makes them go away. That's what happened to Jehoshaphat in this story.
Historical Background
2 Chronicles was likely written in the 5th century BC by priests or Levites. It was aimed at the returned Jewish exiles to remind them of their history and the importance of faithful kingship and temple worship.
Living It Out Today
When we face unexpected trouble or are mistakenly targeted, we can call out to God for help. Just like Jehoshaphat, we can trust that God will intervene and protect us in our time of need.