Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Derfor har jeg nå kommet for å tale til min konge om denne saken, for folket har gjort meg redd. Jeg ville snakke med kongen, for det kunne jo hende at kongen ville hjelpe meg. Du ville nok høre på meg og hjelpe meg mot ham som vil ødelegge både meg og sønnen min, så vi ikke får det som Gud ville gi oss. Jeg har lært at kongen kan være til trøst, for min herre kongen er som en Guds engel når han dømmer mellom godt og ondt. Må Herren din Gud være med deg.»
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, a woman is speaking to King David and explaining her fear about speaking up for herself. She is asking the king for a favor because she believes he can help her.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a big problem and you need help from the principal. You're scared to ask because you're not sure if the principal will help. But you still go and ask because you think they might be able to help you.
Historical Background
This verse is part of the book of 2 Samuel, written around 950 BCE. The text was likely composed by prophets or scribes during the time of King David. It reflects the cultural norms of ancient Israel where kings were seen as powerful figures capable of resolving disputes.
Living It Out Today
Consider a scenario where you need to talk to your boss about a difficult issue. You might be scared to speak up, but if you believe your boss can help, it’s worth taking the risk to explain your situation.