2 Kings 7:20

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

وَهَذَا تَمَامًا مَا حَدَثَ لِلقَائِدِ. إذْ طَرَحَهُ النَّاسُ أرْضًا عِنْدَ البَوَّابَةِ، وَدَاسُوا عَلَيْهِ فَمَاتَ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes the death of a person named the 'man who did not listen to Elisha's advice.' The crowd crushed him at the city gate, fulfilling a prophecy. It highlights the consequences of disbelief.

Explained for Children

Imagine you ignored your friend's advice about a game and ended up in trouble. This verse tells a similar story where a man didn't listen to Elisha and got hurt by a crowd at the gate of the city.

Historical Background

The book of 2 Kings was likely written by the prophet Jeremiah or a contemporary. It covers the history of Israel and Judah from the reign of King Ahaziah to the Babylonian exile. This passage reflects the time when Elisha prophesied the end of the siege on Samaria.

Living It Out Today

Today, we can apply this story by considering the importance of heeding wise advice. For example, if a friend warns you about a risky decision, it's wise to listen to avoid potential harm.

Topics

• prophecy
• consequences
• faith
• wisdom
• advice
• dissent

Related Verses

• Joshua 6:20
• Ezekiel 4:2
• Matthew 24:43
• Luke 16:19-31
• Acts 3:23

Frequently Asked Questions

Who died in 2 Kings 7:20?

The man who did not listen to Elisha's advice died in this verse. He was crushed by the crowd at the city gate.

What is the main message of 2 Kings 7:20?

The main message is about the consequences of ignoring wise counsel and the fulfillment of prophecy.

Why did the people tread upon him?

The people likely rushed to the gate, not noticing the man, leading to his accidental death. This event fulfilled a prophecy Elisha had given earlier.

How does this relate to today?

In today’s context, this verse reminds us of the importance of listening to wise advice to avoid harmful situations.