Jeremiah 42:18
Assamese - 2019 (ইণ্ডিয়ান ৰিভাইচ ভাৰচন (IRV) আচামিচ - 2019)
কিয়নো ইস্ৰায়েলৰ ঈশ্বৰ বাহিনীসকলৰ যিহোৱাই এই কথা কৈছে: যিৰূচালেম-নিবাসীসকলৰ ওপৰত যেনেকৈ মোৰ ক্ৰোধ আৰু কাপ ঢালি দিয়া হৈছিল, তেনেকৈ তোমালোকে মিচৰ দেশত সোমোৱা সময়ত তোমালোকৰ ওপৰতো মোৰ ক্ৰোধ ঢালি দিয়া হ’ব; আৰু তোমালোক শাও, বিস্ময়, অভিশাপ আৰু নিন্দাৰ বিষয় হ’বা; তোমালোকে এই ঠাই আৰু দেখিবলৈ নাপাবা।’
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, God warns the people of Israel that if they go to Egypt, He will punish them just as He punished the people of Jerusalem. God says they will be cursed and no longer able to return to their homeland.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're playing a game, and your friend tells you that if you don't follow the rules, you'll get a time-out. This is like that, but God is the friend, and He's saying that if you don't listen to Him, He'll be very upset and you'll face big consequences.
Historical Background
Jeremiah 42:18 was written by the prophet Jeremiah around 586 BCE. He spoke to the people of Judah who were considering fleeing to Egypt after Jerusalem was destroyed by the Babylonians. Jeremiah warned them of God's displeasure if they disobeyed His command.
Living It Out Today
In modern times, this verse can remind us of the importance of following God's guidance. For instance, if a friend encourages you to do something that goes against your values, consider the consequences and seek God's will, just as the Israelites should have listened to Jeremiah's warning.
Topics
punishmentobedienceconsequenceswarningdisobediencedivine intervention
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why did God warn the people about going to Egypt?
God warned the people of Israel about going to Egypt because He knew that this decision would lead them away from His guidance and into further trouble, just as it had for Jerusalem.
How can we avoid divine punishment?
To avoid divine punishment, one must seek to understand and follow God's commands as found in the Bible, living a life that is in harmony with His will.
What were the consequences for the people who did not heed Jeremiah's warning?
Those who did not heed Jeremiah's warning faced severe punishment, being cursed and unable to return to their homeland, as God's fury was poured out upon them.
Can you provide an example of a modern-day situation where Jeremiah 42:18 applies?
A modern example might be a person considering a risky business venture that goes against their moral compass. By heeding Jeremiah's warning, they could avoid potential ruin and maintain their integrity.