Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Så kom folk til Jesus med barna sine for at Han skulle legge hendene sine på dem og be for dem. Men dette irriterte disiplene, og de prøvde å få stoppet dem. Men da sa Jesus til disiplene: «La de små barna komme til Meg, og vær ikke en hindring for dem! For Himmelens rike tilhører slike som dem.» Så la han la hendene på barna og velsignet dem, før Han dro videre.
What Does This Mean?
In this verse from Matthew, people bring their children to Jesus so that he can pray over them and bless them with his hands. However, the disciples tell these people not to bother Jesus with such matters.
Explained for Children
Imagine if your parents wanted you to meet a superhero for a special blessing, but then some grown-ups tried to stop you from meeting him. That's what happened here: parents brought their kids to see Jesus, and his friends tried to say no at first.
Historical Background
Matthew wrote this part of the Gospel around AD 80-90, directed primarily towards Jewish Christians living in the Diaspora. It reflects a time when children were often overlooked by society's leaders, highlighting Jesus' unique approach to them.
Living It Out Today
In modern life, consider how we sometimes overlook children or dismiss their needs as less important than adult concerns. This verse reminds us of the importance of valuing and prioritizing children’s spiritual well-being.