Exodus 15:14
Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)
What Does This Mean?
This verse says that when the people hear what has happened, they will be afraid and the inhabitants of Palestina will feel sorrow. It is part of a song of triumph by the Israelites after they crossed the Red Sea and Pharaoh's army was destroyed. The key message is about the fear and sorrow that falls upon enemies when God shows His power.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're playing a game and your team wins a big match. When the other team hears about it, they might feel scared and sad. That's what's happening here, but with a much bigger, real-life event. God helped the Israelites win, and now their enemies are afraid and sad.
Historical Background
This verse is from the Book of Exodus, written by Moses around 1446 BC. It was written to the Israelites, who had just been freed from slavery in Egypt. The cultural setting was one of liberation and the beginning of the Israelites' journey to the Promised Land.
Living It Out Today
Imagine a community that has been oppressed for a long time suddenly gains freedom. The oppressors might feel afraid and sad because they lost power. This can happen in real-life scenarios where justice is served, like the end of apartheid in South Africa.