Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Da vi som var til stede, hørte dette, tryglet vi Paulus om ikke å dra opp til Jerusalem. Da svarte Paulus: «Hvorfor må dere gråte og gjøre det vanskelig for meg? For jeg er klar, ikke bare til å bli bundet, men også til å dø i Jerusalem for Herren Jesu skyld.» Siden han ikke lot seg overtale, ga vi oss og sa: «Måtte det som er Herrens vilje, skje med deg!»
What Does This Mean?
In this verse from the book of Acts, friends and locals are pleading with a person not to go to Jerusalem because they know something bad might happen there. It shows how people care for each other's safety.
Explained for Children
Imagine your friend is planning to climb a very tall tree that everyone knows has broken branches. You and others would ask them not to do it, right? This verse is like that. Friends are telling someone not to go somewhere because they're worried something bad could happen.
Historical Background
This verse was written by Luke in the first century AD as part of his account of the early Christian church. It's addressed to a broader audience but reflects the concerns and fears of those living during the time when Jerusalem was politically unstable under Roman rule.
Living It Out Today
Imagine your friend is going into an area known for danger, like walking alone at night in a bad neighborhood. You would advise them against it, just as these friends are doing here. It's important to care about others' safety and listen to advice from those who know the risks.