2 Chronicles 21:11

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

আনকি যিহোৰামে যিহূদাৰ পৰ্বতসমূহত পবিত্ৰ ঠাইবোৰ স্থাপন কৰিলে; তেওঁ যিৰূচালেম নিবাসীসকলক ব্যভিচাৰ কৰালে৷ এইদৰে তেওঁ যিহূদাক অপথে নিলে।

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes how King Jehoram of Judah built places for worshipping false gods in the mountains and made people in Jerusalem and Judah follow these practices, which were against God's commands. It shows the king's influence over his people and his rejection of God's ways.

Explained for Children

Imagine if your school principal decided to start teaching a different set of rules that weren’t good for anyone, and then forced everyone to follow them. That's kind of what King Jehoram did, but with worshipping other gods instead of the one true God.

Historical Background

The Book of 2 Chronicles was written after the Babylonian exile by an unknown author, likely a priest or scribe. It was aimed at the Jewish community to remind them of their history and the consequences of disobeying God's laws. The cultural setting was one where idol worship was common among neighboring nations.

Living It Out Today

In today’s world, we might face pressure from leaders or popular culture to do things that go against our values. This verse reminds us to stand firm in what we know is right and to not follow others if it means straying from our beliefs.

Topics

• idolatry
• leadership
• consequences
• worship
• obedience
• sin

Related Verses

• 1 Kings 22:42-50
• 2 Kings 8:16-24
• Deuteronomy 12:2-4
• Ezekiel 23:39
• Romans 1:18-25

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was King Jehoram?

King Jehoram was the son of King Jehoshaphat and ruled Judah. He is known for his disobedience to God and his influence in leading his people away from true worship.

What does it mean to 'commit fornication' in this context?

In this context, 'commit fornication' refers to engaging in religious practices that were forbidden by God, such as worshiping idols, which was considered spiritual adultery.

Why did Jehoram make the people commit fornication?

Jehoram made the people commit fornication likely to maintain control and to align with the practices of neighboring nations, showing a rejection of God's ways and commands.

What were the consequences of Jehoram's actions?

The consequences of Jehoram's actions included divine judgment and suffering for Judah, as God punished them for their idolatry and disobedience.