Genesis 19:11

Afrikaans 1933/1953

Toe slaan hulle die manne wat by die ingang van die huis was, klein en groot, met blindheid, sodat hulle tevergeefs na die ingang gesoek het.

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes an event where angels strike the men outside Lot's house with blindness, causing them to struggle to find the door. No one is speaking directly, but the key message is about divine intervention to protect the righteous from evil.

Explained for Children

Imagine if you were playing hide and seek, and suddenly you couldn’t see anything! The angels made it like that for the bad men so they couldn’t hurt Lot and his family. It was like a magical game of hide and seek where the bad guys couldn’t even find the door!

Historical Background

The book of Genesis was written by Moses around 1446-1406 BC. It is part of the Pentateuch, or the first five books of the Old Testament. The audience was the Israelites, and it was written to remind them of God’s promises and His protection.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, this can be seen as a reminder that God will protect us from harm when we follow His commands and seek His help. For example, if you are in a dangerous situation, praying and trusting in God can provide you with a sense of security and protection.

Topics

• protection
• righteousness
• divine intervention
• evil
• faith
• trust

Related Verses

• Exodus 23:23
• Joshua 6:20
• Judges 4:9
• 2 Corinthians 4:4
• Revelation 3:18

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did God make the men blind?

God made the men blind to protect Lot and his family from the evil intentions of the crowd. This shows God's intervention to safeguard the righteous.

What does this verse teach about evil?

This verse illustrates that evil intentions can be thwarted by divine intervention, and that God protects those who are righteous and follow His commands.

How does this verse relate to trust in God?

This verse encourages trust in God’s ability to protect and intervene in situations where evil threatens the righteous, showing that faith in God’s protection is justified.

What can we learn about God's justice?

This verse demonstrates God’s justice by intervening to protect the innocent and righteous from harm, showing that God does not let evil go unchecked.