Judges 2:14
French S21 2007 (Bible Segond 21)
La colère de l'Eternel s'enflamma contre Israël. Il les livra entre les mains de pillards qui les dépouillèrent, il les vendit aux ennemis qui les environnaient, de sorte qu’ils ne purent plus résister à leurs ennemis.
What Does This Mean?
This verse from Judges describes how God, because of the Israelites' disobedience, allowed them to be attacked and captured by their enemies. It shows the consequences of not following God's commands.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a favorite toy and you don't take care of it. Your parents get upset and let your mean older cousin play with it. That's kind of what happened here. God got upset with Israel for not listening and let their enemies take control over them.
Historical Background
The Book of Judges was written around 1050 BC, during the period of the Judges in Israel. The author is unknown, but it's believed to have been compiled from earlier sources. The audience was the Israelites, who were facing the consequences of their disobedience.
Living It Out Today
In today's context, this verse can remind us that our actions have consequences. If we choose to ignore our responsibilities or commitments, we may face repercussions, just as the Israelites did when they disobeyed God.
Topics
disobedienceconsequencesjudgmentobediencepunishmentfaithfulness
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does God get angry in this verse?
God gets angry when his people disobey him because he loves them and knows that disobedience leads to harm. He wants them to live in accordance with his commands for their own good.
Who are the 'spoilers' mentioned in Judges 2:14?
The 'spoilers' are enemies who raid and plunder. They are the ones God allows to attack and take from the Israelites because of their disobedience.
What does 'sold into the hands of their enemies' mean?
This phrase means that the Israelites were put under the control of their enemies. It indicates a severe punishment where God allowed their enemies to dominate them.
How can this verse help us in our daily lives?
This verse reminds us that our choices have consequences and that being faithful and obedient to our commitments and responsibilities is important for avoiding negative outcomes.