1 Chronicles 2:7

Arabic Bible AVD 1999 (الكتاب المقدس)

وَٱبْنُ كَرْمِي عَخَارُ مُكَدِّرُ إِسْرَائِيلَ ٱلَّذِي خَانَ فِي ٱلْحَرَامِ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse tells us about Achar, who was the son of Carmi. Achar is known as the one who caused trouble for Israel by taking things that were supposed to be destroyed.

Explained for Children

Imagine if you were playing a game where you couldn't touch certain toys, but one of your friends took those toys anyway. That's like Achar taking things he wasn't supposed to, and it made everyone else upset.

Historical Background

1 Chronicles was written by priests and scribes after the Babylonian exile, around the 4th century BCE. The audience was primarily the returning exiles who needed to understand their history and lineage. It was a time when the people of Israel were trying to rebuild their society and religious practices.

Living It Out Today

Just like Achar, we can sometimes make choices that affect not only ourselves but others around us. For instance, if a team member breaks a rule at work, it can affect the whole team's performance and reputation.

Topics

• sin
• consequences
• obedience
• history
• family lineages
• troubleshooting

Related Verses

• Joshua 7:1
• Joshua 7:24
• Joshua 7:25
• Proverbs 16:5
• 1 Corinthians 10:6

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the thing accursed that Achar took?

Achar took some of the items from Jericho that were meant to be destroyed according to Joshua 7, which included gold, silver, and valuable clothes.

Why is this verse important?

It highlights the consequences of disobedience and how one person's actions can affect an entire community, reminding us of the importance of following rules and commands.

How did Achar's actions affect Israel?

Achar's actions led to God's anger, resulting in a military defeat for Israel, as mentioned in Joshua 7, showing the severe impact of his disobedience.

Is there a moral lesson we can learn from Achar?

Achar's story teaches us about the importance of obedience and integrity, and how our actions can have far-reaching consequences beyond ourselves.