En God zond een engel naar Jeruzalem, om die te verderven; en als hij haar verdierf, zag het de HEERE, en het berouwde Hem over dat kwaad; en Hij zeide tot den verdervenden engel: Het is genoeg, trek nu uw hand af. De engel des HEEREN nu stond bij den dorsvloer van Ornan, den Jebusiet.
Wat betekent dit?
This verse describes an angel sent by God to destroy Jerusalem, but God sees the destruction and stops it, telling the angel to stop. The angel stops at the threshing floor of Ornan the Jebusite.
Uitgelegd voor kinderen
Imagine a big, angry storm was about to destroy a city. But a kind parent sees the destruction happening and stops the storm. They tell it to stop at a nearby farm. It's like God stopping something bad from getting worse.
Historische achtergrond
1 Chronicles was written by unknown authors, likely during or shortly after the Babylonian exile, to provide a historical narrative for the Israelites. This section reflects the time when King David was ruling, and the people of Jerusalem faced a severe judgment.
Toepassing voor vandaag
This verse can remind us that even in our darkest times, God can stop the destruction and offer us a way out. For instance, if someone is struggling with addiction, this verse can be a reminder that God can step in and provide a way to stop the destructive cycle.