Papua New Guinea Tok Pisin (Buk Baibel Long Tok Pisin 2008 + DC)
Yu bin ting long litimapim nem bilong yu yet, na long daunim nem bilong Bikpela bilong heven. Yu bin tokim ol wokman na ol i bringim ol kap papa bilong yu i bin kisim long haus bilong God, na yu wantaim ol bikman bilong yu na ol meri tru bilong yu na ol namba 2 lain meri bilong yu, yupela olgeta i bin dring wain long ol dispela kap. Na yupela i bin litimapim nem bilong ol god ol man i bin wokim long gol na long silva na long bras na long ain na long diwai na long ston. Ol dispela god i no save lukluk na i no save harim toktok na i no save long wanpela samting. God wanpela tasol i save bosim laip bilong yu na olgeta samting yu save mekim. Tasol yu no save litimapim nem bilong en.
What Does This Mean?
This verse is from a message that the prophet Daniel gives to King Belshazzar. It criticizes the king for using sacred vessels in a disrespectful way and for praising false gods instead of the true God who controls his life.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a special toy that belongs to your friend, and instead of being careful with it, you use it to play games and ignore your friend's feelings. That's what King Belshazzar did with God's special things. He also said nice things about toys made of metal and wood, instead of saying nice things about the real God who made everything.
Historical Background
Daniel 5 was written by the prophet Daniel during his time in Babylon. This message is directed at King Belshazzar, who was ruling at the time. The Babylonian culture had many gods, and this verse highlights the conflict between their worship and the worship of the one true God.
Living It Out Today
In a modern context, this verse teaches us to respect the sacred things of God and to focus on the one true God rather than being distracted by lesser things. For example, instead of spending time and money on trivial entertainment, we should prioritize our relationship with God and the things He values.
What was the king doing wrong according to this verse?
The king was using sacred vessels disrespectfully and praising false gods instead of the true God. This showed a lack of respect and a failure to acknowledge God's sovereignty.
How does this relate to our lives today?
It reminds us to prioritize our relationship with God and not to get distracted by lesser things that can become idols, like material possessions or worldly pleasures.
What does this say about the true God compared to false gods?
This verse contrasts the true God, who is all-knowing and in control of our lives, with false gods that are lifeless and unaware, emphasizing the futility of worshipping them.
Why is it important to respect sacred things?
Respecting sacred things shows reverence for God and acknowledges the spiritual significance of these items, which helps maintain a respectful and reverent relationship with God.