Ioas – cel care a domnit În Israel – a reușit Să-l prindă pe Amația Care în Iuda-mpărățea, Și se vădea a fi cel care Părinte pe Ioas îl are Și-apoi, în spița neamului, Și Ioahaz e tatăl lui. Lângă Bet-Șemeș se găsea – Când a fost prins – Amația. Către Ierusalim s-a dus Ioas apoi, unde a pus Ca să se spargă zidul lui. Deci de la poarta unghiului, Până la cea pe care-o știm Că este a lui Efraim, Zidul întreg a fost surpat. Atuncea când s-a măsurat – Coți – patru sute a avut Spărtura care s-a făcut.
What Does This Mean?
This verse tells us that Joash, the king of Israel, captured Amaziah, the king of Judah, near a place called Bethshemesh. Joash then took Amaziah to Jerusalem and damaged part of the city's wall, from the gate of Ephraim to the corner gate, a distance of four hundred cubits. It's a story of conflict and victory between two kings.
Explained for Children
Imagine two kids playing in a sandbox, and one kid builds a big sandcastle. The other kid gets jealous and knocks down a part of the sandcastle. In this story, Joash is like the jealous kid who damaged part of Amaziah's city, which is like the sandcastle.
Historical Background
2 Chronicles was written by priests or Levites around 536-515 BC. The book was meant to encourage the people of Judah returning from exile to maintain their faith and rebuild their temple and city. The story is set in a time of political tension and conflict between Israel and Judah.
Living It Out Today
This verse reminds us that jealousy and power struggles can lead to conflict and destruction. In modern times, we see this when groups or individuals fight over resources or influence, often causing harm to others or damaging relationships. It's important to handle conflicts with wisdom and grace.