Beginilah firman TUHAN: Janganlah kamu maju dan janganlah kamu berperang melawan saudara-saudaramu, orang Israel. Pulanglah masing-masing ke rumahnya, sebab Akulah yang menyebabkan hal ini terjadi." Maka mereka mendengarkan firman TUHAN dan pergilah mereka pulang sesuai dengan firman TUHAN itu.
Apa artinya?
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.
Penjelasan untuk anak-anak
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.
Latar belakang sejarah
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.
Penerapan hari ini
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.