2 Samuel 24:13

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

তাতে গাদে দায়ূদৰ ওচৰলৈ গৈ তেওঁক ক’লে, “তোমাৰ দেশত সাত বছৰ আকাল হ’ব লাগে নে? বা তোমাৰ শত্ৰুবোৰ পাছে পাছে খেদি যাওঁতে, তুমি সিহঁতৰ আগে আগে তিনি মাহলৈকে পলাই থাকিবা? নাইবা দেশত তিনি দিনলৈকে মহামাৰী হ’ব? এতিয়া মোক পঠোৱা জনাক মই কি উত্তৰ দিম, তাক এতিয়াই বিবেচনা কৰি চোৱা।”

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, Gad, a prophet, gives David three choices about a punishment God wants to send: seven years of famine, three months of fleeing enemies, or three days of a deadly disease. David must choose which option he prefers.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have three choices for a punishment: no ice cream for a long time, running away from bullies for a short time, or being sick for a few days. Which one would you pick? That's what Gad is asking David to decide.

Historical Background

The book of 2 Samuel, written by various authors including the prophet Nathan and Gad, records the reign of King David around 1000 BC. This verse is part of the narrative showing how God communicated with David through prophets like Gad, reflecting the cultural belief in divine intervention.

Living It Out Today

Today, people often face tough decisions with difficult outcomes. Imagine choosing between a long-term financial strain, a short-term but intense stress period, or a brief period of illness. Like David, we can seek guidance and make the best decision possible.

Topics

• decision making
• divine intervention
• consequences
• advice
• kingdom of David
• punishment

Related Verses

• 1 Chronicles 21:12
• Exodus 15:26
• Deuteronomy 28:15-20
• 2 Samuel 24:15
• Psalms 91:3

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did God give David these choices?

God was showing David the severity of his actions and the potential consequences, giving him a role in choosing how to face the punishment.

What were the three options given to David?

David had to choose between seven years of famine, three months of fleeing from enemies, or three days of pestilence.

How does this relate to decision making?

This shows how difficult decisions can have significant impacts, and it highlights the importance of considering all options carefully before making a choice.

What can we learn about God's character from this?

It demonstrates God's involvement in the lives of people, providing opportunities for growth and learning through challenging decisions.