Judges 19:2

Arabic Simplified (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

فَخَانَتْهُ جَارِيَتُهُ، وَذَهَبَتْ إلَى بَيْتِ أبِيهَا فِي بَيْتِ لَحْمٍ فِي يَهُوذَا، وَبَقِيَتْ هُنَاكَ أرْبَعَةَ أشْهُرٍ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse from the book of Judges describes a man whose concubine had betrayed him by leaving and going back to her father's house in Bethlehem-judah for four months. The verse is straightforward, describing the actions of the concubine and the man's reaction.

Explained for Children

Imagine if your friend did something wrong and ran away to their house for a while. That's what happened here. The lady made a big mistake, left the man she was with, and went back to her family's house for four months.

Historical Background

The Book of Judges was written by various authors around 1050 BC. It describes the period of time when Israel was ruled by judges, who were leaders and deliverers. The audience was the Israelites, and the cultural setting was one of tribal conflict and moral decay.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, this can be related to a scenario where someone in a relationship makes a serious mistake and decides to leave for a while to think things over. It highlights the importance of communication and understanding in relationships.

Topics

• betrayal
• relationships
• forgiveness
• trust
• consequences
• family

Related Verses

• Genesis 38:11
• 1 Samuel 27:4
• 2 Samuel 3:7
• 1 Corinthians 7:39
• 1 Timothy 5:14

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'concubine' mean in this context?

A concubine was a woman who lived with a man, usually without the full rights and privileges of a wife, often in ancient societies like that of the Israelites.

Why did the concubine go to her father's house?

She likely went there for refuge or because of a dispute with her partner, possibly seeking support and a safe place during the conflict.

What can we learn from this story?

This story teaches us about the consequences of betrayal and the importance of communication and reconciliation in relationships.

How does this relate to other parts of the Bible?

This story relates to themes of family, relationships, and the consequences of actions found throughout the Old and New Testaments, such as in Genesis and Corinthians.