1 Chronicles 14:15

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

وَعِنْدَمَا تَسْمَعُ صَوْتَ خُطَوَاتٍ فِي أعَلَى أشْجَارِ البَلَسَانِ، حِينَئِذٍ، اخرُجْ لِلقِتَالِ، لِأنَّ اللهَ خَارِجٌ أمَامَكَ لِهَزِيمَةِ جَيْشِ الفِلِسْطِيِّينَ.»

What Does This Mean?

This verse is part of God's instructions to David about when to attack the Philistines. God tells David to wait until he hears a sound in the tops of the mulberry trees, which is a sign that God is going to help David defeat the enemy.

Explained for Children

Imagine you are playing a game where you need to know when to start. God tells David to listen for a special sound, like the rustling of leaves in the wind, before he starts the game of battle. This shows that God will help David win.

Historical Background

1 Chronicles was likely written by Ezra or a member of the priestly class after the Babylonian exile, around 500 BCE. The book was written for the returned exiles to strengthen their faith in God and to emphasize the importance of the Davidic dynasty and temple worship.

Living It Out Today

In modern life, this can be applied to waiting for the right moment before taking action. For instance, if you're considering a big career move, this verse suggests pausing and being attuned to signs that indicate the right time to act, much like listening for a signal.

Topics

• faith
• obedience
• God's timing
• victory
• signs
• guidance

Related Verses

• Joshua 6:2
• Exodus 14:13
• 2 Chronicles 20:17
• Isaiah 40:31
• Mark 4:39

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the special sound mentioned in the verse?

The verse refers to a sound of rustling or movement in the tops of the mulberry trees, which was a sign from God that it was the right time for David to take action against the Philistines.

How does this relate to modern-day decision-making?

This verse teaches that we should listen for signs and wait for the right moment before taking action, trusting that God will guide us when the time is right.

What role do the mulberry trees play in this story?

The mulberry trees symbolize the natural world through which God communicates with David, indicating the right time to act against the Philistines.

Can you give an example of a similar situation in the Bible?

A similar example is Joshua 6:2, where God instructs Joshua on how to conquer the city of Jericho, emphasizing the importance of following God's specific instructions.