2 Chronicles 31:10

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

فَقَالَ عَزَرْيَا رَئِيسُ الكَهَنَةِ – وَهُوَ مِنْ بَيْتِ صَادُوقَ – لِلمَلِكِ: «مُنْذُ أنْ بَدَأ الشَّعْبُ بِإحْضَارِ التَّقدِمَاتِ إلَى بَيْتِ اللهِ ، صِرْنَا نأكُلُ حَتَّى الشَّبَعِ، وَمَا يَزَالُ لَدَيْنَا فَائِضٌ كَبِيرٌ مِنَ الطَّعَامِ. لَقَدْ بَارَكَ اللهُ شَعْبَهُ حَقًّا. وَلِهَذَا لَدَيْنَا فَائِضٌ كَثِيرٌ.»

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, Azariah, the chief priest, is talking to someone about how the offerings the people have brought to the temple have been plentiful. He says they have more than enough food and that this abundance is a blessing from God.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a piggy bank where you put all your coins. One day, you find out that there are so many coins that you can't even count them all. That's what happened in the temple. The people gave so much that they had more than they needed, and it was all because God blessed them.

Historical Background

2 Chronicles was written after the Babylonian exile, likely by an author or group of authors who were recording the history of the Jewish people. The audience is the returning exiles and those who seek to understand their history and God's faithfulness. The cultural setting is one of rebuilding and reaffirming their relationship with God after a period of exile.

Living It Out Today

Think about a time when you shared your resources with someone in need, and unexpectedly, you found yourself with even more than before. This verse encourages us to trust that when we give, God will provide for our needs and often bless us abundantly.

Topics

• blessings
• generosity
• trust
• abundance
• God's provision
• offerings

Related Verses

• Deuteronomy 28:8
• Malachi 3:10
• Matthew 6:33
• 2 Corinthians 9:8
• Proverbs 11:25

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean when Azariah says they have 'left plenty'?

Azariah is indicating that after using the offerings for their needs, there was still a surplus, showing the abundance of God's blessings.

How does this verse relate to the concept of tithing?

This verse suggests that when people generously give to God, He blesses them abundantly, which parallels the concept of tithing where believers give a portion of their resources to God.

What can we learn about trust from this verse?

We can learn that trusting God with our resources and giving to Him leads to His blessings and provision, often more than we expect.

How does this verse connect with other biblical teachings on wealth?

This verse connects with teachings that encourage believers to be generous with their wealth, trusting that God will provide and bless their generosity.