Musi a tshi kha ḓi amba khosi ya mu vhudza ya ri, “Vhone ro vha vhea uri vha vhe mueletshedzi wa khosi naa? Nga vha fhumule, nṋe ndi a vha vhulaha!” Ndi hone muporofita uyo a tshi fhumula, hone a ri, “Nṋe ndi a zwi ḓivha uri Mudzimu o ḓiimisela u vha lozwa, nge vha ita hezwo, nahone vha si thetshelese ndi tshi vha eletshedza.”
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, a king is talking to a prophet. The king asks if the prophet is part of the king's counsel, and tells him to stop talking. The prophet then says he knows God has decided to destroy the king because he didn't listen to the prophet's advice.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a friend who tells you not to touch a hot stove. You ignore them and get burned. Now, think of the king as you, and the prophet as your friend. The king didn't listen to the advice and now there are consequences.
Historical Background
2 Chronicles was written by an unknown author, likely a priest or scribe in Jerusalem, around the 4th century BC. It was written for the people of Israel returning from exile, providing them with a historical narrative of their kings and the consequences of their actions.
Living It Out Today
In modern life, we can apply this by listening to the advice of those who have our best interests at heart, like parents or mentors. Ignoring their advice can lead to negative outcomes, much like the king in the verse who faced destruction for not heeding the prophet's counsel.