1 Kings 9:9

Assamese - 2019 (ইণ্ডিয়ান ৰিভাইচ ভাৰচন (IRV) আচামিচ - 2019)

তাতে আন আন লোকবোৰে উত্তৰ দি ক’ব, ‘কিয়নো তেওঁলোকৰ পূৰ্ব-পুৰুষসকলক মিচৰ দেশৰ পৰা বাহিৰ কৰি অনা ঈশ্বৰ যিহোৱাক তেওঁলোকে ত্যাগ কৰিলে আৰু ইতৰ দেৱতাবোৰত আসক্ত হৈ তেওঁলোকে সেইবোৰৰ আগত প্ৰণিপাত কৰি সেইবোৰক সেৱা পুজা কৰিলে৷ সেই কাৰণে যিহোৱাই তেওঁলোকৰ ওপৰত এই আটাই অমঙ্গল ঘটালে’।”

What Does This Mean?

This verse explains why the Israelites faced difficulties and hardships: they abandoned God who had freed their ancestors from Egypt and started worshiping other gods. The Lord brought these troubles as a result of their disobedience.

Explained for Children

Imagine you had a best friend who always helped you and took care of you. But then you started playing with other friends and forgot about your best friend. Your best friend might feel sad and even stop helping you. This is like the Israelites forgetting God and choosing other gods instead, which made God sad and led to their troubles.

Historical Background

This verse is from the Book of 1 Kings, written around the 6th century BCE. It serves as a historical and theological commentary on the decline of the Kingdom of Israel, written for an audience in exile, reflecting on their history and divine relationship.

Living It Out Today

Today, this verse can remind us of the importance of staying faithful to our values and commitments. For example, a person might abandon their health goals by choosing unhealthy habits, leading to poor health outcomes.

Topics

• disobedience
• faithfulness
• consequences
• worship
• exile
• divine intervention

Related Verses

• Joshua 24:20
• 2 Kings 17:15
• Psalm 78:58-59
• Ezekiel 20:39
• Romans 1:25

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'taken hold upon other gods' mean?

It means the Israelites started worshiping other gods instead of the one true God who had delivered them from Egypt.

How can we apply this verse to our daily lives?

We can apply it by staying faithful to our commitments and values, and not letting distractions lead us away from what is important.

Is this verse only about the Israelites?

While it specifically refers to the Israelites, the principle of facing consequences for disobedience is universal and can apply to anyone.

What is the significance of the Lord bringing evil as a result?

It underscores the divine justice and the importance of maintaining a faithful relationship with God, as turning away can have serious consequences.