Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Om morgenen skal dere si: ‘Bare det var kveld!’ Og om kvelden skal dere si: ‘Bare det var morgen!’ Slik skal redselen fylle hjertet deres. Herren skal føre dere på skip tilbake til Egypt, langs den veien jeg sa dere aldri skulle se igjen. Der skal dere by dere fram til å selges som slaver og slavinner for deres fiender, men ingen vil kjøpe dere.»
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes a state of constant unease and anxiety, where one eagerly awaits the end of the day and then the beginning of the next, due to fear and distressing sights. Moses is speaking to the Israelites, warning them of the consequences of disobedience to God's laws.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're in a dark room, and you're scared of the things you might see. You keep wishing for the light to turn on, but when it does, you're still scared and wish for it to turn off again. This verse tells us how people felt when they were worried all the time.
Historical Background
Moses wrote this in Deuteronomy, which is part of the Torah, around the 13th century BCE. He was speaking to the Israelites just before they entered the Promised Land, reminding them of God's blessings for obedience and the hardships for disobedience.
Living It Out Today
Today, this verse can remind us of the constant anxiety that can arise from living a life against our values or conscience. For instance, a person might feel restless and fearful because of their involvement in unethical business practices.