Nehemiah 2:2

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

فقالَ ليَ المَلكُ: «ما بالُ وَجهِكَ مُكتئِبا؟ لا أرى أنَّكَ مَريضٌ، فهل هذا كآبةُ قلبٍ؟» فخِفْتُ خَوفا شديدا

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, the king notices Nehemiah's sad face and asks why he is upset. Nehemiah is very afraid, even though he isn't sick. The key message is about the king's concern and Nehemiah's fear.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're in class, and your teacher notices you're not smiling. Your teacher asks why you're sad, even though you look healthy. You feel really scared because you don't know why your teacher is worried. That's what happened to Nehemiah with the king.

Historical Background

Nehemiah was written around 445-420 BC by Nehemiah, who was a Persian cupbearer. The book describes Nehemiah's leadership in rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem and his efforts to strengthen the city's spiritual and social life.

Living It Out Today

Imagine your boss at work notices you looking down and asks if everything is okay. You feel anxious about talking about your personal problems. This verse reminds us how we can feel scared when authority figures show concern, even if it's well-intentioned.

Topics

• fear
• leadership
• concern
• spiritual life
• rebuilding
• authority

Related Verses

• Ecclesiastes 7:3
• Daniel 10:7
• Mark 6:50
• 1 Samuel 14:27
• Luke 24:37

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was Nehemiah sad?

Nehemiah was sad because he was worried about the condition of Jerusalem and its people, which weighed heavily on his heart.

What does this verse teach us about leadership?

It shows that leaders should be attentive to the emotional states of their subordinates and that subordinates may feel anxious when confronted by leaders' concerns.

How can we apply this verse in our daily lives?

We can be more aware of others' emotions and show genuine concern, and we can also understand and manage our own feelings when questioned by those in authority.

What does this verse say about facing authority?

It highlights the fear and anxiety one can feel when facing authority figures, even if their intentions are good.