Tendo eu ido à casa de Semaías, filho de Delaías, filho de Meetabel (que estava encerrado), disse ele: Vamos juntamente à Casa de Deus, ao meio do templo, e fechemos as portas do templo; porque virão matar-te; aliás, de noite virão matar-te.
O que isso significa?
In this verse, Nehemiah visits Shemaiah, who warns him that his enemies plan to kill him at night and suggests they hide together in the temple. Nehemiah is cautious and does not trust this advice, knowing it could be a trap.
Explicado para crianças
Imagine your friend tells you to hide in the school library because someone wants to hurt you. You might think, 'Is this friend really trying to help me, or are they tricking me?'. Nehemiah is careful and doesn't just trust what Shemaiah says.
Contexto histórico
Nehemiah 6:10 is part of the book of Nehemiah, written around 445 BC. Nehemiah was rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem and facing many enemies. This verse shows the political intrigue and danger he faced while trying to restore Jerusalem.
Aplicação para hoje
In today's world, you might be offered help or advice that seems good but could be a trap. This verse reminds us to think carefully before following advice, even from someone we know.