Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Når folket taler til deg og spør: ‘Skal du ikke fortelle oss hva dette betyr for deg?’ skal du svare og si at Herren sier: ‘Jeg skal ta Josefs stav, som er i hånden på Efraim, og Israels stammer, brødrene hans. Jeg skal feste dem sammen med Judas stav, og så skal Jeg gjøre dem til én stav. De skal bli til ett i Min hånd.’ De stavene du skriver på, skal du holde i håndenfor øynene på dem. Så skal du si til dem at Jeg skal ta Israels folk ut fra folkeslagene, hvor de enn har dratt. Jeg skal samle dem fra alle kanter og føre dem inn i deres eget land.
What Does This Mean?
Ezekiel is told that the people will ask him to explain his symbolic actions and visions. The key message is about transparency and clarity in communication.
Explained for Children
Imagine if you were playing a game with your friends, and you showed them a cool trick. They might ask you to explain how you did it. Ezekiel is like you, and the people are like your friends, curious to know more about what he’s showing them.
Historical Background
Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this during the Babylonian exile in the 6th century BCE. He was speaking to the Israelites who were wondering about his symbolic actions and visions, trying to understand their significance in their current situation.
Living It Out Today
Imagine you're a teacher explaining a complex concept to your students. Just as Ezekiel had to clarify his visions, you must explain in ways that students can understand, ensuring no one is left in the dark.
God is speaking to Ezekiel, giving him instructions on how to handle the questions from the people.
Why do the people ask Ezekiel for clarification?
The people are curious about Ezekiel's symbolic actions and visions, seeking to understand their meaning and relevance to their lives.
What can we learn about communication from this verse?
The verse teaches us the importance of clear communication and transparency, especially when dealing with complex or symbolic messages.
How does this verse relate to modern-day teaching?
Teachers and leaders today can learn from Ezekiel’s example by ensuring their messages are clear and understandable to their audience, avoiding confusion and misunderstanding.