2 Samuel 13:35

Arabic Bible (GNA) Good News Arabic - 1993 (الترجمة العربية المشتركة)

فقالَ يونادابُ للمَلِكِ: «ها هُم بَنوكَ مُقبِلونَ، كما قُلتُ لكَ يا سيِّدي».

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, Jonadab tells King David that his sons are coming, just as he had predicted. It shows Jonadab's confidence in his prediction and how it came true.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing hide-and-seek, and your friend tells you where your friend's brother will hide. When your friend's brother shows up exactly where your friend said, that's like Jonadab telling King David his sons would come. It's like saying, 'I knew it all along!'

Historical Background

This verse is from the Book of 2 Samuel, written by unknown authors between the 9th and 6th centuries BCE. It was part of the Hebrew Bible and is set during the reign of King David, when his sons and court officials played significant roles in Israel's political life.

Living It Out Today

In today's world, if you predict something and it comes true, you might feel confident about your judgment. For example, if you predict a project will succeed and it does, you might feel your insight is valuable. This verse shows the importance of being confident in your predictions and actions.

Topics

• prediction
• confidence
• royalty
• court life
• trust

Related Verses

• 1 Samuel 23:17
• 1 Kings 1:5-7
• Matthew 24:45-46
• Acts 15:13-18
• 1 Corinthians 14:25

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Jonadab confident in his prediction?

Jonadab is confident because his prediction about the king's sons coming has come true, showing that he has good judgment and insight into the situation.

What does this verse teach us about confidence?

This verse teaches that when we predict something correctly, our confidence in our judgment can increase, but it also implies the importance of being true to what one says and not falsely claiming predictions.

How does this verse relate to the theme of prophecy?

This verse relates to prophecy as it shows a successful prediction, which can be seen as a form of prophecy or foresight, emphasizing the value of being able to foresee events accurately.

How does this verse reflect the relationship between King David and his courtiers?

This verse reflects the close relationship between King David and his trusted advisors like Jonadab, who can provide him with valuable information and predictions.