Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Så samlet David hele Israels folk – fra Sjikor i Egypt og helt til Lebo-Hamat. Arbeidet med å få Guds ark, kisten med Guds bud, opp fra Kirjat-Jearim, begynte. David og hele folket dro opp til Ba’ala, til Kirjat-Jearim, som tilhørte Juda. Derfra skulle de hente Herren Guds ark, kisten med Guds bud, den som Herrens navn blir ropt ut over, Han som troner over de store englene. De satte Guds ark opp på en ny vogn og førte den bort fra huset til Abinadab. Ussa og Akjo kjørte vognen. David og hele Israels folk jublet av full kraft for Guds ansikt, og de sang til musikk fra lyrer, harper, tamburiner, cymbler og trompeter.
What Does This Mean?
David, the king, brought together all the people of Israel to move the ark of God from Kirjathjearim. This ark was very important because it contained symbols of God's presence. The verse shows how David organized a big event to honor God.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a very special toy that everyone in your family loves. David, who was like the family leader, wanted to bring this special toy to a new home. He asked everyone to help move it, just like when you and your family move to a new house.
Historical Background
The Book of 1 Chronicles was written after the Babylonian exile, likely between 538 and 300 BCE. The author is unknown, but the text was aimed at the Israelites returning from exile. It emphasizes the importance of the ark as a symbol of God's presence.
Living It Out Today
Today, this verse reminds us to come together as a community for a common goal. Just like David gathered all Israel to move the ark, we should unite to achieve important goals, such as helping the needy or building a strong community.
The ark was a sacred container that held the stone tablets of the Ten Commandments, a symbol of God's covenant with the Israelites. It was believed to be the place where God's presence dwelled.
What does this verse tell us about David?
This verse shows David's dedication and leadership. He organized a large group to move the ark, indicating his commitment to honoring God and bringing people together.
What does 'Kirjathjearim' mean?
Kirjathjearim means 'city of the forests' in Hebrew. It was an important city where the ark was kept before it was moved to Jerusalem.
How does this event relate to the Israelites' history?
This event was part of a series of actions to restore the worship of God after a period of neglect. It represented a return to their roots and a reaffirmation of their faith.