Ndikom ahu ndi akpọrọ n'aha n'aha we bilie, jide ndọta-n'agha ahu, yikwasi ndi-ha b͕ara ọtọ uwe site n'ihe-nkwata ahu, ha we yikwasi ha uwe, yikwasi kwa ha akpukpọ-ukwu, me ha ka ha rie ihe, me kwa ha ka ha ṅua ihe-ọṅuṅu, te ha manu, nēdu ha n'elu inyinya-ibu, bú onye ọ bula nāsu ngọngọ, ha we me ka ha biarue Jeriko, bú obodo ukwu, di umu-nne-ha nso: ha we laghachi na Sameria.
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, some men helped rescued captives by giving them clothes, food, drink, and care. They took care of the weak and brought them to Jericho. This shows the kindness and compassion of those who helped.
Explained for Children
Imagine if your friends got lost in the woods, and you found them cold and hungry. You would give them your snacks, warm them up with a blanket, and help them find their way home. That's what these nice men did for those who were captured.
Historical Background
2 Chronicles was written by an unknown author and is part of the historical books of the Old Testament, likely compiled between the 5th and 3rd centuries BC. This verse describes a historical event where captives were returned to their homes, and it was written for the Israelites to remember their history and God's actions.
Living It Out Today
Imagine if you saw someone who had lost their job and was struggling to afford basic needs. This verse encourages us to help them by providing food, clothes, and support, just like these men did for the captives.