Para bangsa sing krungu gembrubuké ambruké, pada Tak gawé gemeter, ya kuwi ing waktu Aku nglebokké dèwèké ing ndonyané wong mati lan terus nunggal karo kabèh sing wis pada mudun ing juglangan kuburan. Nanging kabèh wit-witan ing taman Eden, ing telengé bumi bakal rumangsa olèh panglipur, ya kuwi wit-witan sing dipilih lan sing apik déwé ing Libanon, sing nyesep banyu okèh.
What Does This Mean?
This verse from Ezekiel says that when a powerful leader falls, it shakes the nations. God speaks, saying that all the great trees of Eden, representing other proud leaders, will be comforted when this leader is cast down to the nether parts of the earth.
Explained for Children
Imagine the tallest, strongest tree in the forest falls down. All the other trees feel a bit better because now they know that even the biggest can fall. That's what God is saying about powerful leaders.
Historical Background
Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this around 593 BCE to the exiled Israelites. It reflects a time when empires were powerful and the fall of a leader was a significant event.
Living It Out Today
Today, when a powerful person or company faces a downfall, others in the same industry may feel relieved or inspired. It's important to remember that everyone can fall, and humility is key.
The 'him' refers to the powerful leader, Pharaoh of Egypt, who was compared to a great tree in the previous verses.
What does it mean to 'shake at the sound of his fall'?
It means that the fall of this leader was so significant that other nations were alarmed and felt the impact of his downfall.
Why are the 'trees of Eden' comforted in the nether parts?
The comfort comes from the idea that everyone, no matter how powerful, will face judgment and fall, making others feel less alone in their own struggles.
How does this relate to humility?
This verse teaches that no matter how powerful someone appears, everyone is subject to God's judgment. This is a reminder to be humble and not to exalt oneself above others.