Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Herren var sint på dem, og så ble Han og skyen borte. Da snudde Aron seg mot Mirjam og oppdaget at hun var blitt spedalsk. Huden hennes var hvit av denne smittsomme sykdommen. Da ble Aron fortvilet, og han sa til Moses: «Å, min herre! Jeg ber deg, ikke straff oss for denne synden! Vi visste ikke bedre, og det var veldig dumt gjort av oss. Jeg ber deg om å hjelpe henne! La henne slippe denne sykdommen som dreper henne litt etter litt mens hun lever, og som river kjøttet av kroppen hennes.»
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, God becomes angry at Moses' siblings, Miriam and Aaron, for speaking against him. God then leaves them. It shows the seriousness of speaking against God’s chosen leaders.
Explained for Children
Imagine if you did something that made your parents really upset, and then they left the room. That's kind of what happened here, but with God leaving Moses' siblings because they said mean things about him.
Historical Background
The book of Numbers was written by Moses around 1446-1406 BC. This event occurred while the Israelites were traveling in the wilderness. It reflects the cultural setting where divine intervention and punishment were immediate and clear.
Living It Out Today
If you ever find yourself criticizing someone who is doing God's work, remember the consequences can be severe. It's important to support and respect those in leadership roles, especially in religious contexts.
God was angry because Miriam and Aaron had spoken against Moses, questioning his leadership and calling into question God's choice.
What does God's departure signify in this context?
God's departure signifies a withdrawal of his immediate presence and protection, indicating a severe consequence for their actions.
How can we avoid the anger of God?
To avoid God's anger, one must respect and support those He has chosen to lead, and refrain from speaking against His will or His chosen ones.
What does this verse teach about leadership?
This verse teaches that leaders, especially those chosen by God, should be respected and not criticized, as such actions can lead to serious consequences.