Papua New Guinea Tok Pisin (Buk Baibel Long Tok Pisin 2008 + DC)
“I tru yu bin tok olsem long mipela, tasol mipela i sakim tok bilong yu na mekim planti bikpela sin na rong. Olsem na yu bin mekim save long mipela. Mipela i bin mekim planti pasin nogut, olsem na yu inap long bagarapim mipela olgeta. Tasol nogat, yu marimari long mipela na yu larim liklik lain i stap yet.
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, Ezra acknowledges that despite the many bad things the Israelites did, God has been merciful and has not punished them as much as they deserved. He thanks God for the deliverance and forgiveness given to them.
Explained for Children
Imagine you did something really naughty, and your parents decided to give you a small punishment instead of a big one. Ezra is saying that God has done something similar for the Israelites. He forgave them even though they did many wrong things.
Historical Background
The book of Ezra was written after the Babylonian exile, around the 5th century BCE. Ezra, a priest and scribe, wrote about the return of the Israelites to Jerusalem and their efforts to rebuild the temple and restore their faith.
Living It Out Today
In modern life, if someone has wronged you, but they apologize and show genuine remorse, consider forgiving them and giving them a second chance. Just like God forgave the Israelites, we can also forgive others.