Papua New Guinea Tok Pisin (Buk Baibel Long Tok Pisin 2008 + DC)
Ol i tingim tu ol gutpela gaden wain i bin i stap klostu long taun Hesbon na taun Sipma, na ol i sori tumas. Bipo ol king bilong ol arapela kantri i save laikim tumas long dring wain i kam long ol dispela gaden, na dispela wain i save mekim ol i spak tru. Tasol nau olgeta dispela gaden i bagarap pinis. Ol i bin i gat planti gaden wain moa, stat long taun Hesbon na Sipma na i go inap long taun Jaser long hap not na i go inap long ples drai long hap sankamap, na i go olgeta long hapsait bilong raunwara Detsi long hap san i go daun.
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes how the fields and vineyards in Heshbon and Sibmah have been destroyed by foreign leaders. The damage has spread to Jazer and beyond, showing the extensive loss. Isaiah is speaking, emphasizing the devastation caused by invaders.
Explained for Children
Imagine if someone came and knocked down all the trees in your favorite park. That's what happened to the fields and vineyards in this place. It was very sad because people couldn't grow food or make wine anymore.
Historical Background
Isaiah wrote this around 700 BCE during a time of political unrest. The fields of Heshbon and Sibmah were known for their lush vineyards and farmlands. The invaders, likely Babylonians or Assyrians, destroyed these areas to weaken the local population and economy.
Living It Out Today
In modern times, this can be seen as a warning about the destruction caused by war or environmental disasters. Just as the fields were devastated, communities can suffer greatly when their resources are destroyed or mismanaged.