Oˇ ve hkʼaw‸ nawˉ Gʼuiˬsha lehˬ, Ka ti‸ shaˉ caˆ ta kʼoˍ taˆ taˍ ve paw hkuˇ teˇ hpaˍ hta‸ Yawˇ danˍ iˉ kaˆ lawˬ hkʼaw tawˆ la tuˬ kʼoˆ piˇ-oˆ, teh‸ Yawˇsuˆ hta‸ kʼoˆ piˇ ve yoˬ. Hkʼe te leh Yawˇ suˆ yawˇ hui hta‸ tawˆ la tuˬ kʼoˆ piˇ ve yoˬ.
What Does This Mean?
This verse introduces a message from God to Joshua. The LORD, God, is speaking to Joshua directly, preparing to give him instructions or guidance.
Explained for Children
Imagine your favorite teacher talking to you before a big test. God is talking to Joshua just like that, getting ready to give him some important directions.
Historical Background
The book of Joshua was written by Joshua or a scribe based on his accounts. It was written around 1400-1370 BC, and the audience was the Israelites, detailing their conquest and settlement in the Promised Land.
Living It Out Today
In modern life, this can be seen as a reminder to listen to guidance from a higher power or wise authority figures. For example, a new manager might receive guidance from a mentor before leading a team.