melainkan engkau sudah berjalan pada jalan raja-raja Israel dan engkau sudah mengajak orang Yehuda dan orang isi Yeruzalempun akan berbuat zinah, seperti zinah orang isi rumah Akhab, dan lagi engkau sudah membunuh segala adikmu, yang sebapa dengan dikau dan yang lebih baik dari padamu,
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This verse is a warning from a prophet to King Jehoram of Judah. It says that he has followed bad examples like the kings of Israel and has led his people astray, even killing his own brothers.
Penjelasan untuk anak-anak
Imagine you have a friend who starts copying a mean kid's bad habits. He starts lying and fighting, making everyone around him upset. That's what this verse is talking about, but with a king who made his people do bad things.
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The Book of 2 Chronicles was written after the exile of the Jews, probably around the 4th century BCE. It was written for the returning Jewish community to remind them of their history and the importance of following God's ways.
Penerapan hari ini
In today's world, this verse reminds leaders and individuals that their actions can influence others. If a leader chooses to act immorally, they can lead others astray, just like King Jehoram did in Judah.