Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Presten Hilkia, Ahikam, Akbor, Sjafan og Asaja gikk så til profetinnen Hulda, som var gift med Sjallum. Han jobbet som vokter for romerne der klærne ble bevart. Hulda og Sjallum bodde i den andre bydelen i Jerusalem. Da de hadde snakket med henne, sa hun: «Herren, Israels Gud, sier dette: ‘Si til mannen som sendte dere til meg at Jeg skal sende noe ondt over dette stedet og over dem som bor her. Det skal gå slik det er beskrevet i boken som kongen av Juda har lest, fordi folket har forlatt Meg og brent røkelse for andre guder. For handlingene deres har gjort meg rasende. Jeg er så sint på dere, og Mitt sinne vil ikke legge seg. Men dere skal også si til kongen av Juda, han som har sendt dere for å spørre Meg om råd,
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, some important people from the temple go to talk to Huldah, a prophetess. They want her advice on something important. Huldah was known for her wisdom and connection with God.
Explained for Children
Imagine if you and your friends had a big decision to make and you went to ask the wisest person in your school for help. That's what these guys did. They went to see Huldah, who was like a super-smart teacher, for advice.
Historical Background
This verse is part of the Book of 2 Kings, written by various prophets and historians around 550 BC. It was aimed at the Israelites in exile, reminding them of their history and God's promises. Huldah was a respected prophetess in Jerusalem during King Josiah's reign.
Living It Out Today
When facing a tough decision, it’s wise to seek advice from someone with experience and wisdom, just like these men sought Huldah's guidance. For instance, if you need to choose a college, you might talk to teachers and older students for their insights.
Topics
wisdomadviceleadershipprophetsfaithdecision making
Huldah was a prophetess in Jerusalem during the time of King Josiah. She was known for her wisdom and connection with God, often providing guidance to the leaders of Israel.
Why did they go to Huldah for advice?
The men went to Huldah because she was a respected prophetess with a reputation for giving wise counsel and insights from God. They likely sought her guidance on a matter of great importance.
What does this verse teach us about seeking advice?
This verse teaches us that when we face significant decisions, it is wise to seek counsel from those who are knowledgeable and have a deep faith connection, much like the leaders did with Huldah.
How can we apply the lesson from this verse in our daily lives?
We can apply this lesson by seeking wise counsel from trusted advisors when making important decisions, ensuring that we are guided not only by our own judgment but also by the wisdom and insight of others.