Yu u, ngai nang hpe na nji nwa ni hte rau jahpawng da nna, nang gaw ngwipyaw ai hte na a lup hta shang lu na rin dai; ndai shara ntsa e mung, dai hta e nga nga ai ni a ntsa e mung, ngai shapraw ai tsin-yam tsindam hpe na a myi hte mu lu na n rai, ngu mu,” ngu nna tsun dat mu ai. Shing rai shanhte bai wa nna, hkawhkam wa hpe dai ga htawn tsun dan mu ai.
What Does This Mean?
This verse is God speaking to King Josiah, promising him that he will die in peace and not see the destruction that will come to the land. It tells us that Josiah will be remembered well and won't witness the coming troubles.
Explained for Children
Imagine if your parents told you that you're going to have a wonderful rest and won't see any bad things coming to your town. That's what God is saying to King Josiah. He won't see the bad things but will have a peaceful end.
Historical Background
This part of 2 Chronicles was written by the Chronicler, likely after the Babylonian exile. It reflects on King Josiah's reign, a time when the kingdom of Judah was trying to reform and return to God's ways.
Living It Out Today
Today, we can apply this verse to situations where we face uncertainty about the future. It reminds us that God cares for us and can ensure our peace, even if we can't prevent every trouble that comes our way.
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peaceprophesydeathGod's promiseskingdom of Judahreformation