Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Jeg gjør ende på fangenskapet til Sodoma og døtrene hennes og Samaria og døtrene hennes. Også dem som du hadde holdt fanget iblant dem, skal føres ut av fangenskap. På den måten skal du bære skammen og bli sett ned på ved alt du har gjort da du trøstet dem. Når søstrene dine, Sodoma og Samaria, blir ført tilbake dit de var før, så skal også du, Jerusalem, føres tilbake dit du var før. I dine stolte dager nevnte du ikke en gang din søster Sodoma. Det gjorde du ikke før ondskapen din ble avslørt. Det var på den tiden du ble hånet av Syrias døtre og alle dem som var rundt henne. Du ble sett ned på av filisternes døtre. Du ble foraktet på alle kanter. De onde handlingene dine og motbydeligheten din må du bære selv. Jeg skal gjøre med deg etter det du har gjort. Du har vist forakt for den bindende avtalen som vi inngikk, og du har brutt den», sier Herren Gud.
What Does This Mean?
This verse from Ezekiel promises that God will bring back the exiles of Sodom, Samaria, and Israel together. God is speaking, emphasizing His plan to restore them all as part of His larger plan.
Explained for Children
Imagine you lost your favorite toy, and your friend lost theirs too. One day, a kind person finds both toys and gives them back to you and your friend. That's kind of like what God is promising to do for these cities.
Historical Background
Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this during the Babylonian exile in the 6th century BCE. The audience was the Israelites who were in exile, and the cultural setting was one of hope and expectation for restoration.
Living It Out Today
Today, this verse can remind us that no matter how lost or distant we feel from God, He still has a plan to bring us back. For example, if someone feels like they are far from God due to past mistakes, they can find comfort in this promise of restoration.
Why does Ezekiel mention Sodom and Samaria in this verse?
Sodom and Samaria represent cities that were destroyed because of their sins, and by mentioning them, Ezekiel is highlighting that God's plan of restoration is for all, even those who have fallen very far.
How does this verse fit into the broader themes of the book of Ezekiel?
This verse is part of Ezekiel's messages of hope and restoration, which are central themes throughout the book, especially for the Israelites who were in exile.
Can this verse be applied to personal circumstances?
Yes, it can be applied to personal circumstances as a reminder that God's plan includes bringing people back from their darkest times, regardless of their past.
What does the captivity of Sodom and Samaria symbolize?
The captivity of Sodom and Samaria symbolizes the idea that even those who have fallen into great sin can be restored, showing God's overarching grace and mercy.