Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
David gikk opp på toppen av fjellet på den andre siden. Der sto han langt unna Saul og mennene hans. Derfra ropte han høyt på Sauls øverstkommanderende for hæren. Han ropte: «Svarer du ikke, Abner?» Da svarte Abner: «Hvem er du som roper over hit til kongen?» Da ropte David tilbake til Abner: «Hva slags mann er du? Har ikke du fått stor tillit i Israel? Hvorfor passer du så dårlig på kongen, han som er din herre? Kongen kunne ha blitt drept fordi du gjør en dårlig jobb. Så sant Herren lever, fortjener dere alle å dø fordi dere ikke har voktet deres herre bedre. Han er den Herren har valgt ut og salvet til konge. Se nå etter, hvor er kongens spyd og vannkrukken, som sto like ved hodet hans?»
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, David moves to a safe distance on a hilltop to observe from afar. There is a great space between him and those he has just escaped from. The key message shows David's strategic thinking and his desire to remain safe.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're playing hide-and-seek, and you just found a great hiding spot on top of a big hill. You're so far away that no one can find you. That's what David did here—he went to a safe place far away.
Historical Background
The Book of 1 Samuel was written by various authors, possibly including Samuel, Nathan, and Gad, around the 10th century BC. The audience was the Israelites, and the cultural setting was the transition period from judges to kings in Israel's history.
Living It Out Today
In modern life, this verse can remind us to take a step back and observe situations from a distance before making decisions. For example, before buying a house, it's wise to visit it multiple times from different angles to ensure it's the right choice.