2 Kings 18:9

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

যিহূদাৰ ৰজা হিষ্কিয়াৰ ৰাজত্বৰ চতুৰ্থ বছৰত, অৰ্থাৎ এলাৰ পুত্ৰ ইস্রায়েলৰ ৰজা হোচেয়াৰ ৰাজত্বৰ সপ্তম বছৰত, অচূৰৰ ৰজা চল্মনেচৰে চমৰিয়াৰ বিৰুদ্ধে আহি নগৰখন অৱৰোধ কৰিলে।

What Does This Mean?

This verse tells us that in the fourth year of Hezekiah's reign as king of Judah, and the seventh year of Hoshea's reign as king of Israel, Shalmaneser, the king of Assyria, attacked the city of Samaria and laid siege to it. It's a historical account of a significant event.

Explained for Children

Imagine if a big, strong bully from another school came to your school and wouldn't let anyone leave. That's kind of what happened here. A powerful king from Assyria came and surrounded a city called Samaria, so no one could get out or get in.

Historical Background

This verse is part of the Book of 2 Kings, written by an unknown author, likely a prophet, around the 6th century BCE. It was written for the Israelites who were in exile, to remind them of their history and the consequences of turning away from God.

Living It Out Today

Today, this verse can remind us that our choices have consequences. Just as the kings' decisions led to the Assyrian invasion, our decisions impact our lives and those around us. We must make wise choices guided by what we know is right.

Topics

• history
• consequences
• kingship
• conflict
• faithfulness
• God's judgment

Related Verses

• Isaiah 10:9-11
• 2 Kings 17:5-6
• 2 Chronicles 32:1-23
• Matthew 24:15-21
• Acts 1:8

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the verse tell us about Hezekiah?

It tells us that Hezekiah was the king of Judah and that this event occurred in the fourth year of his reign.

Why did Shalmaneser attack Samaria?

Shalmaneser attacked Samaria because the Israelites had turned away from God and were likely considered a threat or in rebellion against Assyria.

How long did the siege last?

The exact duration of the siege is not specified in this verse, but historical accounts suggest it lasted several years.

What does this verse teach about the consequences of our actions?

It shows that the consequences of our actions can be severe, like the siege of Samaria, and that aligning with God's will is crucial for avoiding such outcomes.