Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Elisja ble stående å stirre på Hasael, og Hasael ble brydd. Så begynte Elisja å gråte. Hasael spurte ham: «Hvorfor gråter du, min herre?» Elisja svarte: «Fordi jeg vet at du kommer til å være grusom mot Israels folk. Du vil sette fyr på festningene deres og drepe de unge mennene deres med sverd. Du kommer til knuse de små barna og skjære opp kvinnene som er med barn.»
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes a man of God who looks steadily at someone until that person feels ashamed. Then, the man of God starts to cry. It shows a deep emotional reaction following a confrontation.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're playing with a friend, and you see them doing something not nice. You look at them really hard, and they feel bad about it. Then, you feel so sad that you start to cry. That's what happened here, but with grown-ups.
Historical Background
The Book of 2 Kings was written by multiple authors, possibly including prophets, during the Babylonian exile. It was written for the Israelites to remind them of their history and the consequences of their actions, including the importance of following God's laws.
Living It Out Today
This verse can remind us to be honest with our feelings and reactions when we see something we know is wrong. For example, if you see a friend cheating at a game, you might feel the need to confront them directly, and even if it makes you sad, it's important to stand up for what's right.