2 Kings 17:6

Hebrew Bible Modern 1977

בשנת התשיעית להושע לכד מלך אשור את שמרון ויגל את ישראל אשורה וישב אתם בחלח ובחבור נהר גוזן וערי מדי:

What Does This Mean?

This verse from 2 Kings tells us that in the ninth year of King Hoshea's reign, the Assyrians captured the city of Samaria and took the Israelites away to other places like Halah, Habor by the river of Gozan, and cities of the Medes. It describes the end of the northern kingdom of Israel.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing with your toys and a big bully comes and takes them away to a faraway place. That's kind of like what happened to the people of Israel. The Assyrians were like the bully who took the Israelites away from their homes.

Historical Background

This verse is part of the Book of 2 Kings, written by prophets or scribes around the 6th century BCE. It was written to the Jews who were exiled and those who remained, to remind them of their history and the consequences of disobeying God.

Living It Out Today

In modern life, this verse teaches us about the consequences of our actions and the importance of remaining faithful. For example, if you consistently break rules at school, you might face severe consequences, just like the Israelites faced for their rebellion.

Topics

• history
• judgment
• consequences
• faithfulness
• exile
• punishment

Related Verses

• 2 Kings 18:11
• 2 Chronicles 30:1
• Isaiah 36:1
• Jeremiah 52:28
• Matthew 1:17

Recommended Reading

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why did the Assyrians take the Israelites away?

The Assyrians took the Israelites away as part of their military conquest and to punish Israel for rebelling against their rule and not being faithful to their covenant with God.

What does this verse teach about consequences?

This verse teaches that actions have consequences, and disobedience to God's laws can lead to severe punishments, as the Israelites were exiled from their homeland.

Who were the Medes mentioned in the verse?

The Medes were an ancient Iranian people who lived in an area known as Media, which is now part of modern-day Iran. They were often in conflict with the Assyrians and later formed an alliance with Babylon to conquer Assyria.

How does this verse relate to other parts of the Bible?

This verse connects with other parts of the Bible that discuss the exile of Israel and Judah, and the eventual return and restoration of the people, showing the enduring nature of God's promises and judgments.