2 Chronicles 19:10

Arabic Bible AVDDV 1999 (الكتاب المقدس (تخفيف تشكيل))

وفي كُلِّ دَعوَى تأتي إلَيكُمْ مِنْ إخوَتِكُمُ السّاكِنينَ في مُدُنِهِمْ، بَينَ دَمٍ ودَمٍ، بَينَ شَريعَةٍ ووصيَّةٍ مِنْ جِهَةِ فرائضَ أو أحكامٍ، حَذِّروهُم فلا يأثَموا إلَى الرَّبِّ فيكونَ غَضَبٌ علَيكُمْ وعلَى إخوَتِكُمْ. هكذا افعَلوا فلا تأثَموا.

What Does This Mean?

This verse is from King Jehoshaphat speaking to judges about their duties. He tells them to judge fairly and not to allow people to sin against God. If they do, God's wrath could come upon them and their brethren. The key message is to judge justly and warn people against sinning.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're a judge in a game. King Jehoshaphat tells you to be fair when deciding who wins or loses. If you don't, you might upset the game's maker. So, always make sure to play fair and remind others to do the same, or everyone might get in trouble.

Historical Background

The Book of 2 Chronicles was written during the Babylonian Exile, around 539 BCE, by unknown authors. It was written for the people of Judah who were in exile, to remind them of their history and God's faithfulness. The verse is from King Jehoshaphat, speaking to judges about their responsibilities.

Living It Out Today

In a workplace, this verse can remind managers to ensure fairness in decision-making and to encourage employees to act ethically. If someone is tempted to cut corners or cheat, the manager should remind them of the consequences of such actions.

Topics

• judgment
• justice
• sin
• consequences
• leadership
• responsibility

Related Verses

• Deuteronomy 16:18-20
• Proverbs 28:5
• Matthew 23:23
• 1 Peter 2:13-14
• Romans 13:1-7

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is speaking in 2 Chronicles 19:10?

King Jehoshaphat is speaking to the judges of his kingdom, advising them on their responsibilities and the importance of fair judgment.

What does 'warn them that they trespass not against the LORD' mean?

It means to remind people of the rules and laws of God, so they do not sin and face God's punishment.

How can this verse be applied to today's justice system?

It can be applied by ensuring fairness and integrity in legal proceedings, and by reminding those involved of the ethical and moral implications of their actions.

What are the consequences if the judges fail to follow this advice?

The verse suggests that if the judges do not act justly, they and their brethren could face God's wrath, indicating serious consequences for failing to uphold justice.