2 Chronicles 18:31

Arabic SVD 1865 Version (Smith and Van Dyke)

فلما رأى رؤساء المركبات يهوشافاط قالوا انه ملك اسرائيل فحاوطوه للقتال فصرخ يهوشافاط وساعده الرب وحوّلهم الله عنه.

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes a battle scene where Jehoshaphat, who was mistaken for the king of Israel, was surrounded by enemy chariots. He cried out for help, and God intervened, causing the attackers to move away from him.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing hide-and-seek, and your friends think you're someone else. They come to catch you, but when you yell for help, a guardian angel makes them go away. That's what happened to Jehoshaphat in this story.

Historical Background

2 Chronicles was likely written in the 5th century BC by priests or Levites. It was aimed at the returned Jewish exiles to remind them of their history and the importance of faithful kingship and temple worship.

Living It Out Today

When we face unexpected trouble or are mistakenly targeted, we can call out to God for help. Just like Jehoshaphat, we can trust that God will intervene and protect us in our time of need.

Topics

• protection
• divine intervention
• trust
• mistaken identity
• battle
• deliverance

Related Verses

• 1 Kings 22:34
• Psalm 118:5
• Exodus 14:14
• Daniel 6:23
• Matthew 14:30-31

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was Jehoshaphat?

Jehoshaphat was a king of Judah who tried to lead his people in following God's laws. He was known for his faith and righteousness.

Why did the captains of the chariots mistake Jehoshaphat for the king of Israel?

Jehoshaphat may have been wearing similar clothing or armor, leading the enemy to think he was the king of Israel, whom they intended to capture.

How did God help Jehoshaphat?

God caused the attackers to move away from Jehoshaphat, protecting him from harm when he cried out for help.

What can we learn from this story?

This story teaches us that in times of distress, we can call out to God for help and trust that He will intervene and protect us.