Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Da ba Manoah til Herren igjen: «Min Herre, jeg ber Deg, send denne Guds Mann til oss igjen, så vi kan lære oss hva vi skal gjøre for gutten som skal bli født.» Gud hørte på Manoahs bønn, og Guds Engel kom igjen til kvinnen mens hun satt ute på marken, men mannen hennes, Manoah, var ikke sammen med henne. Da løp hun av sted og hentet mannen sin. Hun sa til ham: «Se, Mannen som kom til meg forleden dag, har nettopp vist seg for meg igjen.» Da reiste Manoah seg opp og ble med kona si. Da han kom til Mannen, sa han til Ham: «Er Du Mannen som snakket til denne kvinnen?» Han sa: «Det er Jeg.» Manoah sa: «La nå ordene Dine gå i oppfyllelse! Hva skal guttens oppgave være? Hva skal vi gjøre?» Da sa Herrens Engel til Manoah: «Alt det Jeg sa til kvinnen, må hun gjøre. Verken vin eller sterke drikker må hun drikke, og hun må ikke spise noe urent. Alt det Jeg har sagt til henne, skal hun gjøre.»
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, Manoah is asking God to send the angel back so he can get more information about how to raise his yet-to-be-born son. The verse is from the Book of Judges and reflects Manoah's desire for divine guidance on raising his child.
Explained for Children
Imagine you found out you're going to have a new little brother or sister, and you really want to know how to be the best big brother or sister. That's kind of like what Manoah is doing here—he wants to make sure he knows exactly what to do to raise his new baby the right way.
Historical Background
The Book of Judges was written around the 6th century BCE and is part of the Hebrew Bible. It describes the period of the Judges in Israel's history, a time of tribal leadership before the establishment of a monarchy. The story of Manoah and his wife is one of the narratives in this book, highlighting divine intervention and the birth of Samson.
Living It Out Today
A modern scenario could be a parent seeking advice from a trusted mentor or therapist to better understand how to support a child with special needs. Just as Manoah sought guidance, parents today often look for expert advice to ensure they provide the best care.
What does Manoah's request for divine guidance say about his character?
Manoah's request shows his humility and willingness to seek God's guidance for his family's future, indicating a strong faith and a desire to follow divine instruction.
How does Manoah's request relate to the story of Samson?
Manoah's request is directly related to Samson's birth; he seeks specific guidance on how to raise his son, who is destined for a special mission from God.
Why is the angel's guidance important for Manoah?
The angel's guidance is crucial because it provides Manoah with specific instructions on how to raise Samson in a way that prepares him for his divine mission.
What can we learn from Manoah's example in seeking divine guidance?
We can learn the importance of seeking God's guidance in our lives, especially when it comes to significant life decisions or raising children, as Manoah did.