Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Så døde den fattige tiggeren, og han ble båret av englene og kom til Abraham, til det stedet der ingen lidelse finnes. Også den rike mannen døde og ble begravd. Han kom til det stedet hvor de døde er, der det er stor pine. Men langt der borte kunne han se Abraham og Lasarus som satt ved siden av ham. Da ropte han ut: ‘Far Abraham, vis godhet mot meg og send Lasarus hit med litt vann til meg, slik at jeg kan få kjølt ned tungen min. For jeg lider smertelig i disse flammene.’
What Does This Mean?
This verse tells us that a poor beggar died and was taken to heaven by angels, while a rich man also died but was buried on Earth. Jesus is telling this story to teach about the consequences of wealth and compassion.
Explained for Children
Imagine two neighbors: one who always shares his snacks with others and another who keeps all his treats just for himself. When it's time for them both to leave their house, the sharing neighbor gets a special ride to an amazing place in the sky, but the other stays behind on Earth.
Historical Background
This verse is part of the parable Jesus told about the rich man and Lazarus, found in Luke’s Gospel. It was written around 80-90 AD for Gentile Christians who needed guidance on wealth and generosity within a Jewish cultural context.
Living It Out Today
In today's world, we might think of two friends: one who is always kind to others and volunteers at the community center, while another focuses only on personal success. The verse suggests that kindness and compassion are more valuable than material wealth alone.