Genesis 21:11

Thai Bible (TNCV) 2007 - New Contemporary Version (พระคริสตธรรมคัมภีร์ไทย ฉบับอมตธรรมร่วมสมัย)

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ข้อนี้หมายความว่าอะไร?

In this verse, Abraham is deeply troubled by the situation involving his son, Ishmael. The verse expresses Abraham's emotional struggle as he contemplates the future of his son.

อธิบายสำหรับเด็ก

Imagine you have a toy that you love, but you realize it might be better for the toy to go to a friend who needs it more. That's how Abraham felt about his son Ishmael. He loved Ishmael but knew he had to do what was best for everyone.

บริบททางประวัติศาสตร์

The Book of Genesis was written by Moses around 1446-1406 BC. The story of Abraham and his sons is part of the covenant God made with Abraham, highlighting the challenges of family dynamics in ancient times.

การประยุกต์ใช้วันนี้

Consider a situation where a parent must decide whether to support their child's decision to follow a different path, even if it means parting ways. This can be as challenging for parents today as it was for Abraham.

หัวข้อ

• family
• decision-making
• sacrifice
• love
• obedience
• faith

ข้อพระคัมภีร์ที่เกี่ยวข้อง

• Genesis 16:11
• Genesis 25:9
• Romans 4:19
• Hebrews 11:11
• Galatians 4:29

คำถามที่พบบ่อย

Why was Abraham troubled?

Abraham was troubled because he had to consider the well-being of Ishmael, his firstborn son, while also following God's command concerning Isaac, his son of promise.

What decision did Abraham have to make?

Abraham had to decide whether to keep Ishmael and his mother Hagar with him or to send them away for the sake of Isaac's inheritance and future.

How does this relate to family today?

This situation shows how difficult it can be for parents to balance their love for all their children with the unique needs and destinies each child might have.

What does this teach us about sacrifice?

This teaches us that sometimes the hardest decisions involve personal sacrifice for the greater good, reflecting Abraham's willingness to follow God’s will despite his own feelings.