Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Derfor skal alle de som angrep dere, selv måtte lide. Alle motstanderne deres, hver eneste en av dem, skal føres i fangenskap. De som plyndrer dere, skal selv bli plyndret, og alle de som gjorde deg til et bytte, skal Jeg gjøre til bytte. For Jeg skal igjen gi dere helbredelse. Jeg skal helbrede alle sårene deres. For de kaller dere et utskudd og sier at det er ingen som spør etter Sion.
What Does This Mean?
This verse from Jeremiah promises that those who harm or attack God's people will themselves be punished and taken captive. God will ensure that the enemies of His people receive the same treatment they intended for others.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a bully at school who always takes your lunch. One day, a big, strong friend comes and takes the bully's lunch instead! That's kind of what God is saying here: those who hurt you will get hurt too.
Historical Background
Jeremiah wrote this prophecy during the Babylonian exile in the 6th century BCE. It was a message of hope to the Jewish people who were being oppressed and taken into captivity. The message reassures them that their enemies would face the same fate they intended for them.
Living It Out Today
In modern life, if you're dealing with someone who is bullying or taking advantage of you, remember this verse. It's a reminder that justice will come, and those who wrong you will face the consequences of their actions.
What does this verse mean for those who are currently being oppressed?
It means that God sees the suffering and will bring justice to those who are harming others. It offers hope and assurance that the cycle of oppression will be broken.
How can one apply this verse to personal life situations?
One can apply this by trusting that God will handle the situation and by not taking vengeance into their own hands, trusting that justice will be served.
What historical event does this verse relate to?
This verse relates to the Babylonian exile, where the Jewish people were oppressed and taken captive by the Babylonians, but were promised that their enemies would face similar treatment.
Can this verse be seen as a call for revenge?
While it talks about punishment, it's more about God's justice and the assurance that wrongdoers will face consequences for their actions, rather than a call for personal revenge.