Ansi dixo Iehoua: No vays, ni peleeys cõtra vuestros hermanos los hijos de Iſrael: bolueos cada vno à ſu caſa: porque eſte negocio yo lo he hecho. Y ellos oyerõ la palabra de Dios, y boluieronſe, y fueronſe, conforme à la palabra de Iehoua.
¿Qué significa esto?
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.
Explicado para niños
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.
Contexto histórico
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.
Aplicación para hoy
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.