2 Chronicles 33:11
Vietnamese (Kinh Thánh Tiếng Việt 1925)
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This verse describes how God allowed the Assyrians to capture King Manasseh of Judah and take him to Babylon as a punishment for his sinful actions. The Assyrian soldiers found Manasseh among thorny bushes and bound him with chains. There is no direct speaker; it is a narrative from 2 Chronicles.
Giải thích cho trẻ em
Imagine you did something really naughty and your parents let your strict aunt take you away as a punishment. That's kind of what happened to King Manasseh. God let the Assyrians, who were like the strict aunt, catch King Manasseh and take him far away.
Bối cảnh lịch sử
The book of 2 Chronicles was likely written by the priestly class after the exile, around the 4th century BCE. It was written for the returned exiles to remind them of God's faithfulness and the consequences of disobedience. The Assyrians were a powerful empire known for their harsh treatment of conquered peoples.
Áp dụng cho hôm nay
In modern life, this verse can remind us that our actions have consequences and that we may face tough situations as a result of our poor choices. For example, if someone is consistently dishonest, they might face legal or relational consequences.