2 Kings 19:10

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

وَحَمَّلَهُمْ هَذِهِ الرِّسَالَةَ إلَيْهِ: «قُولُوا لِمَلِكِ يَهُوذَا: ‹يَخْدَعُكَ إلَهُكَ الَّذِي تَتَّكِلُ عَلَيْهِ حِينَ يَقُولُ: لَنْ يَقْدِرَ مَلِكُ أشُّورَ أنْ يَسْتَوْلِيَ عَلَى القُدْسِ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse is Sennacherib, the king of Assyria, speaking to Hezekiah, the king of Judah. He warns Hezekiah not to trust his God, saying that God is deceiving him by promising that Jerusalem will not be captured by the Assyrians.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing a game where someone tells you that you can't lose. But your friend says, 'Don't listen to them, or you'll be tricked into thinking you're safe when you're not.' That's what the Assyrian king is telling Hezekiah about his God.

Historical Background

This verse is part of the Book of 2 Kings, written by prophets and scribes around 550 BCE. It was written for the Israelites in exile to remind them of their history and God's promises. The Assyrian Empire was a powerful force, and this context shows the tension between faith and military might.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, imagine a business owner facing financial pressure from a larger corporation. Instead of trusting in their faith or a wise mentor, they could be tempted to doubt and give up. This verse reminds us to hold onto our faith and promises, even in tough times.

Topics

• faith
• trust
• persecution
• promise
• deliverance
• war

Related Verses

• Isaiah 37:10
• 2 Chronicles 32:15
• Jeremiah 37:10
• Ezekiel 30:10
• Matthew 24:4

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Sennacherib, and why is he speaking to Hezekiah?

Sennacherib was the king of Assyria, a powerful empire that sought to conquer Judah. He was speaking to Hezekiah to intimidate and discourage him from resisting Assyrian rule.

What does it mean to 'not be deceived'?

To not be deceived means to not be tricked or misled by false promises. Sennacherib warns Hezekiah that his faith in God might be misleading him.

How does this verse relate to the theme of trust?

This verse highlights the tension between trusting in God's promises and facing the apparent might of human powers. It encourages us to trust in divine promises rather than human strength.

What can we learn from Hezekiah's response to Sennacherib's message?

Hezekiah turned to God in prayer, showing that faith and trust in God's promises are essential, even in the face of overwhelming odds.