Jeremiah 26:23

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

পাছত তেওঁলোকে ঊৰিয়াক মিচৰৰ পৰা উলিয়াই যিহোয়াকীম ৰজাৰ গুৰিলৈ আনিলত, ৰজাই তৰোৱালৰ দ্বাৰাই তেওঁক বধ কৰি সামান্য লোকৰ মৈদামত তেওঁৰ শৱ পেলাই দিলে।

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes how Urijah was brought back from Egypt to Judah, where King Jehoiakim sentenced him to death by the sword and threw his body in a common grave. It shows the consequences of prophesying against a ruler.

Explained for Children

Imagine if a teacher told the principal that the school was in trouble, and the principal got so angry that he sent the teacher away. But then, the teacher came back, and the principal was so mad that he punished the teacher very harshly. That's kind of what happened here with Urijah and the king.

Historical Background

Jeremiah 26 was written by the prophet Jeremiah around 600 BC, during a time of political turmoil in Judah. The text was intended for the people of Judah, warning them about the consequences of their actions and the importance of following God's commands.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, this verse can teach us about the importance of speaking truthfully, even if it means facing difficult consequences. For example, a whistleblower in a company might face harsh retaliation for revealing unethical practices, but their courage can lead to necessary changes.

Topics

• prophets
• judgment
• courage
• consequences
• loyalty
• truth

Related Verses

• Jeremiah 11:18-23
• Jeremiah 20:1-6
• Matthew 24:9
• Acts 7:57-60
• 1 Peter 4:12-16

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Urijah?

Urijah was a prophet who warned the people of Judah about the consequences of their actions, which led to his persecution and death.

Why did Jehoiakim kill Urijah?

Jehoiakim killed Urijah because Urijah prophesied against him, and the king saw this as a threat to his power and authority.

What can we learn from Urijah's story?

We can learn about the importance of standing up for what is right, even when it means facing severe consequences, and the value of speaking truth to power.

How does this story relate to modern whistleblowers?

Modern whistleblowers, like Urijah, often face severe consequences for revealing uncomfortable truths, but their actions can lead to necessary reforms and justice.