Papua New Guinea Tok Pisin (Buk Baibel Long Tok Pisin 2008 + DC)
Bikpela i tok moa olsem, “I gat 12-pela dua long banis i raunim biktaun. Banis long ol wan wan sait bilong taun i gat tripela tripela dua. Ol wan wan dua i gat nem bilong wanpela lain bilong Israel. Dua i gat nem Ruben na dua i gat nem Juda na dua i gat nem Livai, tripela i stap long hap not. Na dua i gat nem Josep na dua i gat nem Benjamin na dua i gat nem Dan, tripela i stap long hap sankamap. Na dua i gat nem Simeon na dua i gat nem Isakar na dua i gat nem Sebulun, tripela i stap long hap saut. Na dua i gat nem Gat na dua i gat nem Aser na dua i gat nem Naptali, tripela i stap long hap san i go daun. Longpela bilong banis long ol wan wan sait bilong taun i wankain tasol, inap 2250 mita.
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes the measurements for the northern boundary of a city, specifically 4,500 measures. Ezekiel is detailing the dimensions of a future city, which is a vision of how the city will look. The key message is about the precise layout and size of the city.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're building a big city out of blocks. Ezekiel is telling us how big the north side of the city is. It's like measuring how many blocks wide it should be, and it's 4,500 blocks wide. This is how big and important this city is supposed to be!
Historical Background
Ezekiel, a prophet in exile in Babylon, wrote this during the 6th century BCE. He was receiving visions from God about the restoration of Israel and the rebuilding of Jerusalem. The audience was the exiled Israelites who were longing for their homeland and its restoration.
Living It Out Today
In modern terms, this can remind us of the importance of planning and precision in our own projects. Whether it's a home renovation or a business plan, having clear and precise measurements can ensure success and harmony.
Measurements here symbolize the precision and detail in God's plan for the restoration of Jerusalem. They ensure that the city will be built according to divine specifications.
How does this relate to the theme of restoration?
This verse is part of a larger vision where Ezekiel details the layout and measurements of a restored city, showing God's commitment to rebuilding and restoring Israel.
What does the number 4,500 signify?
The number 4,500 measures for the northern boundary could signify the completeness and perfection of the city's layout, as envisioned by God.
How can we apply this concept of precision in our lives?
We can apply the concept of precision by carefully planning and measuring our goals, ensuring that they align with God's plans and are executed with care and accuracy.