2 Kings 7:1
Arabic Bible ERV 2009
فَقالَ ألِيشَعُ: «اسْمَعُوا كَلامَ اللهِ! يَقُولُ اللهُ: ‹غَداً فِي مِثلِ هَذا الوَقتِ، سَيُباعُ مكيالُ طَحِينٍ بِمِثْقالٍ واحِدٍ، وَمِكيالا شَعِيرٍ بِمِثْقالٍ واحِدٍ فِي السُّوق عِنْدَ بَوّابَةِ السّامِرَةِ.›»
What Does This Mean?
Elisha, a prophet, tells the people that the next day, food prices will drop significantly in Samaria. A measure of fine flour and two measures of barley will be sold for a shekel, which was very cheap at the time.
Explained for Children
Imagine you love chocolate and it's usually very expensive. Elisha says tomorrow, you can get lots of chocolate for just a few coins, much cheaper than usual. That's how surprised the people were to hear this news about food prices dropping.
Historical Background
2 Kings was written by an unknown author after the Babylonian exile, around 560-540 BCE. The book is a part of the Deuteronomistic history and was written to show how Israel's and Judah's actions influenced their fate. Elisha, speaking here, was a prophet during the reign of King Jehoram of Israel, and the audience included the people of Samaria facing a severe famine.
Living It Out Today
In modern times, imagine a city facing a severe shortage of essential supplies. A leader accurately predicts a significant drop in prices the next day, providing hope and relief to the community. This could be applied to economic predictions or community support during crises.
Topics
hopeprophesyeconomicsfaminesalvationcommunity
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was the significance of Elisha's prophecy?
Elisha's prophecy was significant because it provided hope to the starving people of Samaria, predicting a drastic drop in food prices, which would alleviate their suffering.
Why did Elisha predict a measure of fine flour for a shekel?
Elisha predicted this price to show that the famine was about to end, and food would become more accessible and affordable for the people of Samaria.
What can we learn about trust from Elisha's prophecy?
We can learn that trust in God's promises, as demonstrated by Elisha, can lead to hope and relief in times of crisis, encouraging faith even when circumstances seem dire.
How does this prophecy relate to modern economic crises?
This prophecy can relate to modern economic crises by showing the potential for relief and predicting economic changes, offering hope and support to communities facing hardship.