Gaafa Daudini Hebroni jiru, askartini woraana hedduni d'ufte goli isaa taate, aka fulla Saulo hayyu isaa tolchitu, jecha AABBO Waaqa gula. Henni askarti isaa sunini kana: Yuda: Kuma jaafi d'ibba sadeeti ta woraanafi wonte qabdu; Simeoni: Kuma torbafi d'ibba toko ta askartini tunini ch'ufti nama lola beekhu; Lawi: Kuma afurifi d'ibba jaa; nami Yehoyada, ka d'aloota Haruni kuma sadifi d'ibba torba. Namicha janna toko ka Sadoki jed'ani: fiit'a isaa nama diddami lama ka biyyaa mata; Benjamini (gosa Saulo): Kuma sadi (worri gosa Benjamini guddinni Saulo biraa indeemne); Efraimu: Kuma diddamafi d'ibba saddeeti ta balbala gosa worraa keesaa gurra qabdu; worra Manase ka ila adu: Kuma kud'ani saddeeti, ta filani, beena, Daudi hayyu tolcha jed'ani ergani. Isakari: Nama d'ibba lama ka matatifi nama d'ibi worra jala jiru. (Jari mata kunini waan Israeliini tolchu malteefi hojja dansa tolchani namati hima.) Zabuloni: Kuma shantama ta hayyu ch'aqafte, innileeni worra d'ugeefate, ta hojja ch'ufa had'iisa kurfo jirtu, ta ammalle huji woraana ta aka ch'ufaa beetu; Naftali: Nama kuma toko ka matatifi nama kuma sodomi torba ka woraanafi wonte qabu; Dani: Kuma diddami saddeetifi d'ibba jaa, ta waan woraana beetu; Asheri: Kuma afurtama ta had'iisa kurfo jirtu; gosa galaana Yordanitini ilaboru jirtu — Reubeni, Gadi, gosa Manase ta ilaboru; kuma d'ibba tokotifi diddama, ta miha lola, ka aka ch'ufatini hojachu beetu.
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes the soldiers who came to support David in Hebron to make him king, following God's will. It mentions that these soldiers were ready for battle and were loyal to David.
Explained for Children
Imagine a group of friends who come together to help their friend become the leader of a game. They all bring their toys and are ready to play. This is like those soldiers who came to help David become the king, just like God wanted.
Historical Background
The Book of 1 Chronicles was written by unknown authors, likely during the Babylonian exile or shortly after. It was intended for a Jewish audience to remind them of their history and the continuity of God's promises.
Living It Out Today
In modern terms, this can be seen as a reminder to support those we believe God is calling to lead in various roles, whether in church, community, or other settings. It’s about being ready to stand with those who are advancing God’s purposes.