Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Da Gideon og de 300 mennene hans kom til Jordan, dro de over elven. De var slitne, men de fortsatte likevel å forfølge fienden. Så sa han til mennene i Sukkot: «Gi noe brød til soldatene mine, for de er så slitne. Selv skal jeg forfølge Sebah og Salmunna, Midjans konger.» Men lederne i Sukkot sa: «Har du slik kontroll på situasjonen at du lar hæren din stoppe her for å spise? Da sa Gideon irritert: «Dere skal senere straffes for at dere legger dere bort i dette!»
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, Gideon and his 300 men are crossing the Jordan River, exhausted but still chasing after their enemies. This shows their determination despite their fatigue.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're in a big race, feeling really tired, but you're still running to catch up with the person in front of you. That's what Gideon and his friends were doing as they crossed the Jordan River.
Historical Background
The Book of Judges was written by various authors, possibly Samuel, and compiled around the 11th century BC. The audience was the Israelites, who needed to be reminded of their faith and obedience to God during the chaotic period of judges and frequent battles against invaders.
Living It Out Today
Today, we can see this verse as a reminder to keep going even when we are tired. Whether it's working on a big project or dealing with a difficult situation, Gideon's perseverance can inspire us to push through.