e le gore go se nne ditlhare dipe tse di fa metsing tse di ka ikgodisang mo go goleng ga tsone, le fa e le go ipaya setlhoa mo dikaleng tse dikima, le fa e le bathata ba merafe go ema mo bogodimong jwa bone, e bong botlhe ba ba nwang metsi; gonne ba neetswe loso botlhe fela, go ya mafelong a a kwa tlasetlase a lefatshe, mo gare ga bana ba batho, ba na le ba ba fologelang mo moleteng.”
What Does This Mean?
Ezekiel 31:14 says that God will humble all proud trees by the water, showing that no one can be arrogant. God is speaking, warning that pride leads to downfall, and everyone will face death.
Explained for Children
Imagine a forest where tall trees think they're better than the others. God says that even these tall trees will be brought down, just like everyone else. It's like saying no one is too big to be humble.
Historical Background
Ezekiel wrote this around 591 BCE while in exile in Babylon. The message was directed to the people of Israel and the surrounding nations, warning against pride and reminding of God's sovereignty.
Living It Out Today
In today's world, this verse can remind business leaders not to become arrogant with their success. Just like the trees, they too will face challenges and need to stay humble.