2 Samuel 6:11

Arabic Simplified (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

فَبَقِيَ صُنْدُوقُ اللهِ هُنَاكَ ثَلَاثَةَ أشْهُرٍ. وَبَارَكَ اللهُ عُوبِيدَ أدُومَ وَعَائِلَتَهُ كُلَّهَا.

What Does This Mean?

This verse tells us that the ark of the LORD stayed with a man named Obededom for three months. During this time, God blessed Obededom and his family. It shows how God's presence can bring blessings.

Explained for Children

Imagine if a special treasure box was kept in your house for three months, and during that time, everything went really well for your family. That's kind of what happened with Obededom. God's special box, called the ark, was in his house, and he and his family got lots of blessings because of it.

Historical Background

The book of 2 Samuel was written by prophets and scribes around 930-540 BCE, detailing the life of King David and his kingdom. This passage is set during a time when the ark was being moved to a new location, and it emphasizes the importance and sacredness of the ark in ancient Israelite culture.

Living It Out Today

In modern life, this can be seen when a family opens their home to a person in need or adopts a pet, and as a result, experiences unexpected blessings and joy. It shows how welcoming God’s presence into our lives can bring unexpected blessings.

Topics

• blessings
• presence of God
• faithfulness
• worship
• sacred objects
• hospitality

Related Verses

• 1 Samuel 6:1-12
• 1 Chronicles 13:1-14
• 1 Kings 8:1-11
• Psalm 132:1-18
• Hebrews 9:1-14

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did the ark stay with Obededom?

The ark stayed with Obededom because it was a transitional period where the ark needed a safe place before being moved to its final destination in Jerusalem.

What does this verse teach about God's blessings?

This verse teaches that God's blessings come when we welcome His presence into our lives, as seen in the blessings Obededom and his family received.

How does this verse apply to hospitality?

This verse applies to hospitality by showing that welcoming someone or something important into your home can lead to unexpected blessings and joy.

What can we learn about the ark of the LORD?

We can learn that the ark of the LORD is a sacred object that represents God's presence, and its movement and placement were significant events in biblical times.