2 Chronicles 13:11

Armenian Eastern Bible 1994

Նրանք ամէն օր խունկ են ծխում Տիրոջ համար, առաւօտեան ու երեկոյեան ողջակէզներ են մատուցում, անուշաբոյր խնկեր են

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes the daily religious duties of the priests in the temple, including sacrifices and maintaining the temple's items. It emphasizes their commitment to God and contrasts it with those who have abandoned Him. Abijah, the king, is speaking to the people of Israel.

Explained for Children

Imagine a family that lights a candle every morning and evening to remember God. They also set out special food and keep a lamp burning at night. This verse talks about how the priests do something similar in the temple to show how much they love God, while others have stopped caring.

Historical Background

The verse is from 2 Chronicles, written after the Babylonian exile to remind the Israelites of their history and God's faithfulness. It was penned around the 4th century BCE for those returning from exile, emphasizing the importance of temple worship and adherence to God's commandments.

Living It Out Today

Today, this verse can remind us to maintain our daily spiritual practices, such as prayer and reading the Bible, and to stay committed to God even when others around us may not be. For example, a student might decide to pray daily even when their peers do not.

Topics

• worship
• commitment
• sacrifice
• faithfulness
• temple
• daily routines

Related Verses

• Exodus 25:30
• Leviticus 24:3
• 1 Kings 18:26
• Luke 1:10
• Hebrews 10:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the verse mean by 'burnt sacrifices and sweet incense'?

The verse refers to the daily offerings made by priests to God, which included burning animals and incense. This was a way to show devotion and seek God's favor.

Why is the shewbread mentioned?

The shewbread, or bread of the presence, was a special bread placed on a table in the temple as a sign of God's presence and provision for his people.

How does this verse relate to Christian practices today?

This verse encourages daily devotion and worship, which is relevant today as Christians are called to maintain a consistent relationship with God through prayer and Bible study.

What does it mean to 'keep the charge of the LORD our God'?

This phrase means to fulfill one's duties and responsibilities towards God as commanded in the law, emphasizing commitment and faithfulness to God's commandments.