Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Så brøt de opp og gikk til Sif i forveien for Saul. Men David og mennene hans var i Maonødemarken, på Araba-sletten sør for Jesjimon. Da Saul og mennene hans dro ut for å lete etter ham, fikk David høre om det. Derfor dro han ned til klippen og ble i Maonødemarken. Da Saul hørte det, forfulgte han David inn i Maonødemarken. Saul og mennene hans var på den ene siden av fjellet og David og mennene hans på den andre siden. David fikk det travelt med å komme seg bort fra Saul, for Sauls menn holdt på å omringe dem for å ta dem til fange.
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes Saul's pursuit of David. Saul goes to Ziph, but David and his followers are hiding in the wilderness of Maon. It highlights the ongoing conflict and David's efforts to evade Saul.
Explained for Children
Imagine David is playing hide-and-seek with Saul. Saul looks for David in one place, but David has already moved to a different spot. David is good at hiding and keeping safe.
Historical Background
The book of 1 Samuel was written by various authors, possibly including Samuel, Nathan, and Gad, around 931 BCE. It was written for the Israelites to understand the transition from the period of judges to kingship, reflecting the cultural and political setting of the time.
Living It Out Today
In modern life, this verse can remind us of the importance of making wise decisions when faced with threats or challenges. Like David, we can seek safe places and make strategic moves to protect ourselves and our loved ones.