Geloofd zij de HEERE, uw God, Die behagen in u gehad heeft, om u op Zijn troon, den HEERE, uw God, tot een koning te zetten; overmits uw God Israel bemint, om hetzelve tot in eeuwigheid op te richten, zo heeft Hij u tot een koning over hen gesteld, om recht en gerechtigheid te doen.
Wat betekent dit?
This verse is spoken by the Queen of Sheba to King Solomon. She praises God for making Solomon king because God loves Israel and wants to ensure justice and righteousness are done through Solomon's rule.
Uitgelegd voor kinderen
Imagine if a queen came to visit a king and said, 'Wow, your dad (God) really likes you! He made you the boss because he loves all the people and wants you to be fair to everyone.' That's what the Queen of Sheba is saying to King Solomon.
Historische achtergrond
This passage is from the Book of Chronicles, written after the Babylonian exile, around 530 BC. It was meant to inspire the returning Israelites by highlighting the glory and righteousness of their past kings, especially Solomon.
Toepassing voor vandaag
In a modern context, this verse can remind leaders in any community to prioritize fairness and justice. For example, a city council member could use this as a guide to ensure they make decisions that benefit everyone equally.