Bấy giờ có một người từ Ba-anh Sa-li-sa đến. Người ấy mang theo bánh làm bằng hoa lợi đầu mùa của ông, để biếu người của Đức Chúa Trời. Các món người ấy mang đến biếu gồm hai mươi ổ bánh lúa mạch và một bao cốm gạo. Ê-li-sê bảo, “Hãy đem phát cho mọi người ăn.”
Điều này có nghĩa gì?
A man from Baalshalisha brought food to the prophet, including barley loaves and ears of corn. The prophet then instructed that the food be given to the people to eat, showing that he trusted in God's provision for the crowd.
Giải thích cho trẻ em
Imagine if your friend brought you some cookies and you said, 'Let's share these with everyone!' That's what the prophet did. He knew that sharing the cookies would make everyone happy and that God would make sure there was enough for everyone.
Bối cảnh lịch sử
This verse is part of the Second Book of Kings, written around the 6th century BCE. It documents the history and prophets of Israel, intended for the Israelites to remember God's guidance and miracles. The setting reflects a time of agricultural life and deep reliance on divine provision.
Áp dụng cho hôm nay
Today, this can remind us to share what we have, trusting that there will be enough for everyone. For example, if you have some extra food at a picnic, share it with others, trusting that you'll still have enough.