Judges 19:10
Amharic Catholic Version (መጽሐፍ ቅዱስ - (ካቶሊካዊ እትም - ኤማሁስ)) No Year
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes a man who decided not to stay for the night and left with his concubine and two saddled donkeys. He traveled to Jebus, which is also known as Jerusalem. The verse focuses on the man's journey and his companions.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're on a long trip with your family and a pet, and you decide to keep going even though it's getting late. That's what this man did. He decided to keep traveling to a place called Jerusalem, even though it was nighttime.
Historical Background
The Book of Judges was written around the 6th or 7th century BCE. It describes events that occurred during the period of the Judges, which was before Israel had kings. The audience was likely the Israelites who wanted to understand their history and the consequences of their actions during this period.
Living It Out Today
In modern life, this verse can remind us of the importance of making decisions based on urgency and the need to reach our destination, even if it means pushing through difficult circumstances. For example, a business traveler might need to reach a meeting in another city, even if it means traveling late at night.