2 Kings 15:26
Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)
What Does This Mean?
This verse tells us that Pekahiah's other actions are recorded in another book. It's like saying, if you want to know more about Pekahiah, you should check out the history books. No one specific is speaking; it's a reference to a historical record.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a friend named Pekahiah, and you want to know more about what he did. This verse is like saying, 'Hey, if you want to learn more about Pekahiah's adventures, check out the big book of stories about all the kings! It's like looking in a big storybook to find out more about your friend's day at school.'
Historical Background
The book of 2 Kings was likely written by a prophet during the Babylonian exile in the 6th century BCE. The audience was primarily the Israelites who were exiled, and the cultural setting was one where written records and chronicles of kings were highly valued for historical and moral lessons.
Living It Out Today
In modern terms, if someone wants to know more about a person's life or actions, they might refer to a biography or a detailed report. This verse teaches us the importance of documentation and how we can learn from historical records. For example, if someone wants to know more about a local mayor's initiatives, they might look at the city's official records.