2 Kings 3:20

Arabic 2023 (SAB) (الكتاب الشريف)

وَفِي الصُّبْحِ، فِي أَثْنَاءِ تَقْدِيمِ الْقُرْبَانِ، جَاءَ مَاءٌ مِنْ نَاحِيَةِ أَدُومَ، فَامْتَلَأَتِ الْأَرْضُ بِالْمَاءِ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes how in the morning, just as the meat offering was being prepared, water started flowing from the direction of Edom, filling the entire area. It shows God's intervention in providing for the people.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're thirsty and there's no water around. Suddenly, like magic, water starts flowing from a place you didn't expect, just like when you least expect it, your mom appears with your favorite drink. That's what happened here!

Historical Background

The book of 2 Kings was written by an unknown author, likely during the Babylonian exile. It records the history of the kings of Israel and Judah. This passage describes a miraculous event that occurred during the reign of King Jehoshaphat.

Living It Out Today

In modern terms, this can be likened to a business owner facing a crisis with no apparent solution, only to find unexpected help and resources appear at the most critical moment, reminding us to trust in divine provision.

Topics

• miracles
• divine intervention
• provision
• faith
• hope
• trials

Related Verses

• Numbers 20:11
• Ezekiel 47:1
• John 7:38
• 2 Kings 6:17
• Psalms 107:35

Frequently Asked Questions

What triggered the water to appear?

The water appeared as a divine act of God, coinciding with the offering of sacrifices, illustrating God’s timing and intervention.

Why is the meat offering mentioned?

The mention of the meat offering highlights the context of worship and the timing of the miracle, showing God's presence and power in the daily lives of the people.

How does this relate to God's provision?

This event demonstrates God's provision in unexpected ways, showing that God can supply needs even when resources seem scarce.

What can we learn about trust from this verse?

We learn that trusting in God’s provision can lead to unexpected blessings, reinforcing faith in divine support during trials.