1. ote de kathlqon eiV ton oikon mou kai apedoqh moi anna h gunh mou kai twbiaV o uioV mou en th penthkosth th eorth h estin agia epta ebdomadwn egenhqh ariston kalon moi kai anepesa tou fagein
2. kai eqeasamhn oya polla kai eipa tw uiw mou badison kai agage on ean eurhV twn adelfwn hmwn endeh oV memnhtai tou kuriou kai idou menw se
3. kai elqwn eipen pater eiV ek tou genouV hmwn estraggalwmenoV erriptai en th agora
4. kagw prin h geusasqai me anaphdhsaV aneilomhn auton eiV ti oikhma ewV ou edu o hlioV
5. kai epistreyaV elousamhn kai hsqion ton arton mou en luph
6. kai emnhsqhn thV profhteiaV amwV kaqwV eipen strafhsontai ai eortai umwn eiV penqoV kai pasai ai eufrosunai umwn eiV qrhnon kai eklausa
7. kai ote edu o hlioV wcomhn kai oruxaV eqaya auton
8. kai oi plhsion epegelwn legonteV ouketi fobeitai foneuqhnai peri tou pragmatoV toutou kai apedra kai idou palin qaptei touV nekrouV
9. kai en auth th nukti anelusa qayaV kai ekoimhqhn memiammenoV para ton toicon thV aulhV kai to proswpon mou akalupton hn
10. kai ouk hdein oti strouqia en tw toicw estin kai twn ofqalmwn mou anewgotwn afwdeusan ta strouqia qermon eiV touV ofqalmouV mou kai egenhqh leukwmata eiV touV ofqalmouV mou kai eporeuqhn proV iatrouV kai ouk wfelhsan me aciacaroV de etrefen me ewV ou eporeuqh eiV thn elumaida
11. kai h gunh mou anna hriqeueto en toiV gunaikeioiV
12. kai apestelle toiV kurioiV kai apedwkan auth kai autoi ton misqon prosdonteV kai erifon
13. ote de hlqen proV me hrxato krazein kai eipa auth poqen to erifion mh kleyimaion estin apodoV auto toiV kurioiV ou gar qemiton estin fagein kleyimaion
14. h de eipen dwron dedotai moi epi tw misqw kai ouk episteuon auth kai elegon apodidonai auto toiV kurioiV kai hruqriwn proV authn h de apokriqeisa eipen moi pou eisin ai elehmosunai sou kai ai dikaiosunai sou idou gnwsta panta meta sou
Footnotes:
2:1-5 - Tobias stands up to bury an Israelite, demonstrating his continued devotion to tradition and moral obligations, even at the risk of persecution. This action highlights the value of integrity in difficult times (see also Proverbs 21:21 and Romans 12:9).
2:6-7 - Tobiah faces the wrath of King Sennacherib and is forced into hiding. Tobiah's willingness to fulfill his responsibility, even under threat, emphasizes his courage and faith in God (see also Psalm 56:3-4 and 2 Timothy 1:7).
2:8-9 - Tobias's lament over his fate and the condition of the exiled Israelites expresses a deep sense of solidarity and love for God's people. This highlights the importance of compassion and unity among fellow believers (see also Ephesians 4:32 and 1 Peter 3:8).
2:10-12 - Tobiah's decision not to attend the king's feast because of his conscience demonstrates the value of remaining faithful to God, even in the midst of temptation. This reflects the need for spiritual discernment (see also Philippians 1:9-10 and 1 Thessalonians 5:21).
2:13-14 - The healing of Tobias's blindness through his faith and Raphael's intercession is a reminder of God's power to restore and heal. The angel's presence reveals that God is always with those who seek Him (see also James 5:16 and Psalm 30:2).
Verses related to Tobias, 2:
Tobit chapter 2 recounts Tobit's trials. How does adversity test your faith? This moving text describes how Tobit, after burying a murdered compatriot, becomes blind due to an unusual accident. The chapter explores themes of unjust suffering, perseverance in faith, and the challenges faced by the righteous. Tobit 2 also introduces Tobit's prayers, which are fundamental to the unfolding of the narrative. Examine with us five biblical passages that illuminate the profound themes of this transformative chapter.
Job 2:9-10: "His wife said to him, 'Do you still maintain your integrity? Curse God, and die!' He replied: 'You speak like a fool. Shall we accept the good given by God, and not the evil?'" - Job's response to adversity reflects Tobias's attitude when he becomes blind, maintaining his faith despite the difficulties.
Psalms 146:8: "The Lord gives sight to the blind, the Lord raises up the humble, the Lord loves the righteous." - This psalm offers hope for situations like Tobit's blindness, affirming God's power to heal.
2 Corinthians 4:17: "Because our light and momentary sufferings are producing for us an eternal glory that outweighs them all." - This Pauline perspective on suffering can be applied to Tobias' situation, seeing his trials as temporary.
James 5:11: "As you know, we consider those who show perseverance to be happy. You have heard about Job's patience and seen the end the Lord brought him. The Lord is full of compassion and mercy." - Tobit's perseverance in his blindness and hardships echoes Job's patience mentioned here.
1 Peter 1:7: "Thus, your faith, which is worth much more than gold that perishes, even if refined by fire, is proven to be genuine and will result in praise, glory and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed." - The trial of Tobit's faith through his blindness can be seen in light of this verse about the purification of faith.
FAQ:
What happened to Tobias when he traveled to Ragué?
Tobias was sent by his father, Tobit, to seek payment and help to restore his father's sight. (Tobit 2:1-2)
How did Tobias meet the angel Raphael?
During his journey, Tobias encountered the angel Raphael disguised as a man, who became his guide and companion. (Tobit 2:10-14)
What did Tobias do when he arrived at Raguel's house?
Tobias was welcomed by Raguel, who offered him hospitality and announced his marriage to his daughter, Sarah. (Tobias 2:15-16)
What was Raguel's response to Tobias's request to marry Sarah?
Raguel agreed to the request, but explained Sarah’s suffering, having lost seven husbands before. (Tobit 2:13-14)
How did Tobias deal with the danger he faced when marrying Sarah?
Tobias, with Raphael’s guidance, prayed to God and followed his instructions to protect Sarah from demonic action. (Tobias 2:16-18)
