2 Chronicles 36:13

Arabic Simplified (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

وَتَمَرَّدَ صِدْقِيَّا عَلَى المَلِكِ نَبُوخَذْنَاصَّرَ الَّذِي استَحْلَفَهُ بِاللهِ أنْ يَكُونَ وَفيًّا لَهُ. فَقَسَّى رَقَبَتَهُ وَقَلْبَهُ رَافِضًا أنْ يَتُوبَ إلَى اللهِ ، إلَهِ إسْرَائِيلَ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse tells us that the king of Judah disobeyed King Nebuchadnezzar even though he had promised to obey him. He refused to listen to God and change his ways. The key message is about the consequences of stubbornness and rebellion.

Explained for Children

Imagine you promised your friend you'd clean up your toys, but you didn't. Then, your friend tells you again, but you still don't do it. That's like what this king did. He didn't listen to God or his promise to the king, and it got him in trouble.

Historical Background

This verse is from the book of 2 Chronicles, written after the exile of the Jews to Babylon. It was written around the 4th century BCE by the Jewish community in Jerusalem, aiming to remind the people of their history and their need to follow God's laws.

Living It Out Today

In modern life, we might see this in a teenager who rebels against their parents' rules and God's guidance, thinking they know best. It can lead to negative consequences, just as it did for this king.

Topics

• rebellion
• obedience
• consequences
• promises
• stubbornness
• God's guidance

Related Verses

• Ezekiel 18:25
• Daniel 5:18-21
• Jeremiah 32:26-27
• 1 Kings 22:25-28
• Matthew 23:37

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was the king that rebelled against Nebuchadnezzar?

The king was Zedekiah, who was installed as a vassal king by Nebuchadnezzar but later rebelled against him.

What were the consequences of the king's rebellion?

The king's rebellion led to the destruction of Jerusalem and the temple, and the people of Judah were taken into exile in Babylon.

How can we avoid being stubborn in our daily lives?

By listening to God's guidance and the advice of those in authority, we can avoid the pitfalls of stubbornness and rebellion.

What does 'stiffened his neck' mean in this context?

'Stiffened his neck' is a metaphor for stubbornness and refusal to listen, indicating that the king was obstinate and wouldn't change his ways despite the consequences.