Lat øyra ditt vera grannhøyrt og augo dine opne, so du høyrer på bøni åt tenaren din, den som eg no bed for di åsyn dag og natt for Israels-borni, tenarane dine, medan eg sannar syndene som me - Israels-borni - hev gjort mot deg! Både eg og farsætti mi hev synda;
What Does This Mean?
Nehemiah is praying to God, asking Him to listen and see their situation. He is confessing the sins of his people and asking for help for the children of Israel.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a friend who is in trouble and you keep asking a grown-up for help. That's what Nehemiah is doing. He's asking God to pay attention and help his people because they've made some mistakes.
Historical Background
Nehemiah wrote this prayer during the period when the Israelites were returning from exile. It was a time of rebuilding and renewal, and Nehemiah is appealing to God for assistance and forgiveness for his people.
Living It Out Today
When facing difficulties, we can learn from Nehemiah to pray persistently and honestly, admitting our faults and asking for God's help. This can apply to a community dealing with a crisis or an individual facing personal struggles.