1 Samuel 11:7
Arabic Bible ERV 2009
وَأخَذَ شاوُلُ ثَورَينِ وَقَطَّعَهُما. ثُمَّ أعطَى قِطَعَ اللَّحمِ إلَى الرُّسُلِ لِيَحمِلُوها إلَى كُلِّ أنحاءِ إسْرائِيلَ وَيَقُولُوا: «كُلُّ مَنْ لا يَخرُجُ لِلحَربِ بِقِيادَةِ شاوُلَ وَصَمُوئِيلَ، هَكَذا تُقَطَّعُ جَمِيعُ ابقارِهِ!» فَأوقَعَ اللهُ فِي قُلُوبِهِمْ خَوفاً شَدِيداً، وَخَرَجُوا مَعاً كَرَجُلٍ واحِدٍ.
What Does This Mean?
Saul and Samuel sent pieces of a slaughtered ox to different parts of Israel, warning that anyone who did not join their cause would have the same fate for their own oxen. This message inspired fear and unity among the people, who gathered together to support Saul and Samuel.
Explained for Children
Imagine if your parents cut up a toy and told your friends that if they didn't come play with you, they'd have to give up their own toys. That's what Saul and Samuel did to get everyone to come together and help them. Everyone got scared and came to join in.
Historical Background
The book of 1 Samuel was written by Samuel, Nathan, and Gad, likely in the 10th century BCE. It was meant for the Israelites to understand the rise of the monarchy and Saul's early victories. The cultural setting was one of tribal alliances and external threats, with the Philistines as a primary enemy.
Living It Out Today
In modern times, imagine a community leader threatening to destroy a beloved community asset if people don't unite to solve a crisis. This verse shows how fear of loss can motivate people to come together for a common cause.
Topics
leadershipunityfearmotivationcommunitycrisis management
Related Verses
Judges 6:33-351 Samuel 18:1-32 Samuel 5:1-31 Kings 12:16-20John 6:67-69
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Saul and Samuel use oxen to send their message?
Oxen were important for farming and were often used as sacrifices. By threatening them, Saul and Samuel aimed to show the seriousness of their call to action.
How did this message affect the people?
The people were scared and came together to support Saul and Samuel, showing that fear can sometimes unite people in a crisis.
What can we learn about leadership from this verse?
Leadership can involve making tough decisions to motivate action. Saul and Samuel used fear to ensure their call to action was heeded.
Is this type of motivation still used today?
Yes, leaders sometimes use fear or the threat of loss to motivate people to take action, often in crisis situations.