2 Kings 4:27

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

পাছত তেওঁ কর্ম্মিল পৰ্ব্বতত ঈশ্বৰৰ লোকজনৰ ওচৰ পাই তেওঁৰ ভৰিত খামোচি ধৰিলে। তাতে তেওঁক আঁতৰাই আনিবলৈ গেহজী ওচৰ চাপি অহাত, ঈশ্বৰৰ লোকে ক’লে, “তেওঁক অকলে থাকিবলৈ দিয়া; কিয়নো তেওঁৰ মন বিষাদেৰে ভৰা; কিন্তু যিহোৱাই মোৰ পৰা তাক গুপুতে ৰাখিছে, মোক একোকে নজনালে।”

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, a woman clings to the feet of the man of God, Elisha, while his assistant tries to push her away. Elisha stops his assistant, understanding that the woman is deeply troubled. The verse shows how Elisha cares for the woman despite her distress being hidden from him.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're really upset and you grab onto your friend's leg because you need help. Your friend's older brother tries to make you let go, but your friend tells him to stop and says, 'Let her stay, she's really sad, and I don't know why.' This is like that, but with a man named Elisha who helps people.

Historical Background

The Book of 2 Kings was written around the 6th century BCE by an unknown author. It documents the history of the kings of Israel and Judah. This particular verse describes an encounter between a woman and the prophet Elisha, set in the cultural context of ancient Israel where prophets were highly respected.

Living It Out Today

Imagine a colleague at work is very distressed but hasn't told anyone why. You might notice their distress and offer support, even without knowing the full story. Just as Elisha did not need to know the details to show compassion, we can do the same in our daily lives.

Topics

• compassion
• distress
• helping others
• prophets
• faith
• support

Related Verses

• Matthew 14:36
• Luke 18:43
• James 1:27
• 1 Samuel 18:2
• Psalm 41:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of the woman catching Elisha by the feet?

Catching someone by the feet was an act of desperation and a plea for help in ancient cultures. It shows the woman's deep need for assistance.

Why did Gehazi want to push the woman away?

Gehazi likely wanted to maintain order and protect Elisha from the woman's distress, possibly seeing her as a nuisance or burden.

How does Elisha's response reflect his character?

Elisha's compassionate response to the woman shows his empathy and his willingness to listen to those in need, despite not knowing the full story.

What can we learn about showing compassion from this verse?

This verse teaches us to show compassion even when we don't fully understand the situation. Like Elisha, we should be willing to listen and help those in distress.