2 Chronicles 34:26
Afrikaans 1983
[26-27] Maar sê vir die koning van Juda wat vir julle gestuur het om die Here te raadpleeg: So sê die Here die God van Israel: Ek het daarop ag geslaan dat jy in jou hart geraak is deur die woorde wat jy gehoor het en dat jy berou getoon het voor God toe jy hoor wat Hy sê oor hierdie plek en sy inwoners, en dat jy jou klere geskeur het en gehuil het en voor My berou getoon het, sê die Here.
What Does This Mean?
This verse is from the Lord to King Josiah, who sent people to inquire about God's message. God is addressing King Josiah directly through the messengers and is about to give a response to the words Josiah heard.
Explained for Children
Imagine your friend's dad sent you to ask about something really important. God is telling you to go back to your friend and say, 'Here's what I have to say about what you heard.' It's like getting a special message from the most important person ever!
Historical Background
The book of 2 Chronicles was written by an unknown author, likely a priest or a scribe, after the Babylonian exile. It was written around 300-500 BCE for the Jewish people returning from exile. The setting is during the reign of King Josiah, who was trying to restore God's laws in Judah.
Living It Out Today
Today, we can see this as a reminder to seek God's guidance through prayer and to heed His responses. For example, if someone is going through a tough decision, they might pray about it and then listen carefully for God's direction, whether through scripture, wise counsel, or a sense of peace.
Topics
God's guidanceprayerrestorationprophetsdivine communicationfaith
Related Verses
Deuteronomy 30:1-101 Kings 13:1-3Jeremiah 26:1-6Luke 1:18-20Revelation 11:1-6
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is speaking in 2 Chronicles 34:26?
God is speaking through the prophet to the messengers sent by King Josiah.
What is the main message of 2 Chronicles 34:26?
The main message is that God is responding to King Josiah's inquiry and will provide an answer to the words Josiah heard.
How does this verse relate to prayer?
This verse illustrates the importance of seeking God's guidance through prayer and the expectation of receiving a response.
What was the historical context of King Josiah's reign?
King Josiah reigned during a period when he sought to restore the worship of the true God and to remove all forms of idolatry from Judah.