Want alzo zegt de Heere HEERE: Omdat gij met de hand geklapt, en met den voet gestampt hebt, en van harte verblijd zijt geweest in al uw plundering, over het land Israels;
Wat betekent dit?
This verse from Ezekiel says that the Lord is angry because someone rejoiced at Israel's misfortune. The Lord is speaking and pointing out the wrong in rejoicing over another's downfall.
Uitgelegd voor kinderen
Imagine if your friend was sad because they lost a toy, and instead of feeling bad, you clapped your hands and danced because you didn't like the toy either. That's what this verse is about. God doesn't like it when we're happy about someone else's trouble.
Historische achtergrond
Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this during the Babylonian exile, around 593-571 BC. He was speaking to the Edomites, who were Israel's neighbors and often their enemies, who celebrated Israel's downfall.
Toepassing voor vandaag
Today, if you find yourself feeling happy or excited when someone you don't like is in trouble, think about how this verse applies. Instead, we should show empathy and kindness, even to those we don't like.