2 Kings 12:6
2 Kings 12:6 in Multiple Translations
By the twenty-third year of the reign of Joash, however, the priests had not yet repaired the damage to the temple.
But it was so, that in the three and twentieth year of king Jehoash the priests had not repaired the breaches of the house.
But it was so, that in the three and twentieth year of king Jehoash the priests had not repaired the breaches of the house.
But in the twenty-third year of King Jehoash, the priests had not made good the damaged parts of the house.
But by the twenty-third year of the reign of Joash, the priests still had not repaired the damage to the Temple.
Yet in the three and twentieth yeere of King Iehoash the Priestes had not mended that which was decayed in the Temple.
And it cometh to pass, in the twenty and third year of king Jehoash, the priests have not strengthened the breach of the house,
But it was so, that in the twenty-third year of King Jehoash the priests had not repaired the damage to the house.
But it was so , that in the three and twentieth year of king Jehoash the priests had not repaired the breaches of the house.
Now till the three and twentieth year of king Joas, the priests did not make the repairs of the temple.
But after Joash had been ruling for almost twenty-three years, the priests still had not repaired anything in the temple.
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2 Kings 12:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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יִקְח֤וּ
לָ/הֶם֙
הַ/כֹּ֣הֲנִ֔ים
אִ֖ישׁ
מֵ/אֵ֣ת
מַכָּר֑/וֹ
וְ/הֵ֗ם
יְחַזְּקוּ֙
אֶת
בֶּ֣דֶק
הַ/בַּ֔יִת
לְ/כֹ֛ל
אֲשֶׁר
יִמָּצֵ֥א
שָׁ֖ם
בָּֽדֶק
יִקְח֤וּ
lâqach
H3947
to take
V-Qal-Juss-3mp
לָ/הֶם֙
Prep | Suff
הַ/כֹּ֣הֲנִ֔ים
kôhên
H3548
priest
Art | N-mp
אִ֖ישׁ
ʼîysh
H376
man
N-ms
מֵ/אֵ֣ת
ʼêth
H854
with
Prep | Prep
מַכָּר֑/וֹ
makkâr
H4378
acquaintance
N-ms | Suff
וְ/הֵ֗ם
hêm
H1992
they(masc.)
Conj | Pron
יְחַזְּקוּ֙
châzaq
H2388
to strengthen
V-Piel-Imperf-3mp
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
בֶּ֣דֶק
bedeq
H919
breach
N-ms
הַ/בַּ֔יִת
bayith
H1004
place
Art | N-ms
לְ/כֹ֛ל
kôl
H3605
all
Prep | N-ms
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
יִמָּצֵ֥א
mâtsâʼ
H4672
to find
V-Niphal-Imperf-3ms
שָׁ֖ם
shâm
H8033
there
Adv
בָּֽדֶק
bedeq
H919
breach
N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Kings 12:6
יִקְח֤וּ
lâqach
H3947
"to take"
V-Qal-Juss-3mp
This Hebrew word means to take or get something, and it is used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to take a wife, to take possession of something, or to receive a gift. For example, in Genesis 2:22, God takes a rib from Adam to create Eve.
Definition: : take 1) to take, get, fetch, lay hold of, seize, receive, acquire, buy, bring, marry, take a wife, snatch, take away 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to take, take in the hand 1a2) to take and carry along 1a3) to take from, take out of, take, carry away, take away 1a4) to take to or for a person, procure, get, take possession of, select, choose, take in marriage, receive, accept 1a5) to take up or upon, put upon 1a6) to fetch 1a7) to take, lead, conduct 1a8) to take, capture, seize 1a9) to take, carry off 1a10) to take (vengeance) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be captured 1b2) to be taken away, be removed 1b3) to be taken, brought unto 1c) (Pual) 1c1) to be taken from or out of 1c2) to be stolen from 1c3) to be taken captive 1c4) to be taken away, be removed 1d) (Hophal) 1d1) to be taken unto, be brought unto 1d2) to be taken out of 1d3) to be taken away 1e) (Hithpael) 1e1) to take hold of oneself 1e2) to flash about (of lightning)
Usage: Occurs in 909 OT verses. KJV: accept, bring, buy, carry away, drawn, fetch, get, infold, [idiom] many, mingle, place, receive(-ing), reserve, seize, send for, take (away, -ing, up), use, win. See also: Genesis 2:15; Genesis 34:17; Exodus 30:23.
לָ/הֶם֙
""
Prep | Suff
הַ/כֹּ֣הֲנִ֔ים
kôhên
H3548
"priest"
Art | N-mp
In the Bible, a priest is a person who serves God and leads others in worship, like the Levitical priests in Exodus. They were responsible for making sacrifices and following God's laws. This term is also used to describe Jesus as a priest-king.
Definition: 1) priest, principal officer or chief ruler 1a) priest-king (Melchizedek, Messiah) 1b) pagan priests 1c) priests of Jehovah 1d) Levitical priests 1e) Zadokite priests 1f) Aaronic priests 1g) the high priest Aramaic equivalent: ka.hen (כָּהֵן "priest" H3549)
Usage: Occurs in 653 OT verses. KJV: chief ruler, [idiom] own, priest, prince, principal officer. See also: Genesis 14:18; Leviticus 13:33; Numbers 17:2.
אִ֖ישׁ
ʼîysh
H376
"man"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.
Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)
Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.
מֵ/אֵ֣ת
ʼêth
H854
"with"
Prep | Prep
This Hebrew preposition means 'with' or 'near', indicating a close relationship or physical proximity. It's used in Genesis 1:26 to describe God's relationship with humanity, and in many other places to show connection or closeness.
Definition: 1) with, near, together with 1a) with, together with 1b) with (of relationship) 1c) near (of place) 1d) with (poss.) 1e) from...with, from (with other prep)
Usage: Occurs in 787 OT verses. KJV: against, among, before, by, for, from, in(-to), (out) of, with. Often with another prepositional prefix. See also: Genesis 4:1; Genesis 42:32; Numbers 1:5.
מַכָּר֑/וֹ
makkâr
H4378
"acquaintance"
N-ms | Suff
This word means a friend or someone you know, like an acquaintance. It appears in the Bible as a way to describe a person's relationships or social connections. The word is used in books like Genesis and Psalms.
Definition: acquaintance, friend
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: acquaintance. See also: 2 Kings 12:6; 2 Kings 12:8.
וְ/הֵ֗ם
hêm
H1992
"they(masc.)"
Conj | Pron
This Hebrew word is used to refer to a group of men, emphasizing that it is specifically them. It is often translated as 'they' or 'them' in the Bible, and appears in books like Exodus and Isaiah.
Definition: they, these, the same, who
Usage: Occurs in 524 OT verses. KJV: it, like, [idiom] (how, so) many (soever, more as) they (be), (the) same, [idiom] so, [idiom] such, their, them, these, they, those, which, who, whom, withal, ye. See also: Genesis 3:7; Deuteronomy 19:17; 2 Kings 1:18.
יְחַזְּקוּ֙
châzaq
H2388
"to strengthen"
V-Piel-Imperf-3mp
To strengthen means to be strong or courageous, and can also mean to seize or conquer, as seen in various KJV translations.
Definition: : strengthen/support/encourage 1) to strengthen, prevail, harden, be strong, become strong, be courageous, be firm, grow firm, be resolute, be sore 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be strong, grow strong 1a1a) to prevail, prevail upon 1a1b) to be firm, be caught fast, be secure 1a1c) to press, be urgent 1a1d) to grow stout, grow rigid, grow hard (bad sense) 1a1e) to be severe, be grievous 1a2) to strengthen 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to make strong 1b2) to restore to strength, give strength 1b3) to strengthen, sustain, encourage 1b4) to make strong, make bold, encourage 1b5) to make firm 1b6) to make rigid, make hard 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to make strong, strengthen 1c2) to make firm 1c3) to display strength 1c4) to make severe 1c5) to support 1c6) to repair 1c7) to prevail, prevail upon 1c8) to have or take or keep hold of, retain, hold up, sustain, support 1c9) to hold, contain 1d) (Hithpael) 1d1) to strengthen oneself 1d2) to put forth strength, use one's strength 1d3) to withstand 1d4) to hold strongly with
Usage: Occurs in 266 OT verses. KJV: aid, amend, [idiom] calker, catch, cleave, confirm, be constant, constrain, continue, be of good (take) courage(-ous, -ly), encourage (self), be established, fasten, force, fortify, make hard, harden, help, (lay) hold (fast), lean, maintain, play the man, mend, become (wax) mighty, prevail, be recovered, repair, retain, seize, be (wax) sore, strengthen (self), be stout, be (make, shew, wax) strong(-er), be sure, take (hold), be urgent, behave self valiantly, withstand. See also: Genesis 19:16; 1 Chronicles 22:13; Psalms 27:14.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
בֶּ֣דֶק
bedeq
H919
"breach"
N-ms
A breach is a gap or hole in something, like a building or ship. In the Bible, it is used to describe damage or weakness, and the need for repair, as in Nehemiah 6.
Definition: fissure, rent, breach, leak (in a building)
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: breach, [phrase] calker. See also: 2 Kings 12:6; 2 Kings 12:13; Ezekiel 27:27.
הַ/בַּ֔יִת
bayith
H1004
"place"
Art | N-ms
The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.
Definition: nm place, origin, between
Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.
לְ/כֹ֛ל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
יִמָּצֵ֥א
mâtsâʼ
H4672
"to find"
V-Niphal-Imperf-3ms
Matsa means to find or attain something, whether it is a physical object, a person, or a condition, as seen in various KJV translations.
Definition: 1) to find, attain to 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to find 1a1a) to find, secure, acquire, get (thing sought) 1a1b) to find (what is lost) 1a1c) to meet, encounter 1a1d) to find (a condition) 1a1e) to learn, devise 1a2) to find out 1a2a) to find out 1a2b) to detect 1a2c) to guess 1a3) to come upon, light upon 1a3a) to happen upon, meet, fall in with 1a3b) to hit 1a3c) to befall 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be found 1b1a) to be encountered, be lighted upon, be discovered 1b1b) to appear, be recognised 1b1c) to be discovered, be detected 1b1d) to be gained, be secured 1b2) to be, be found 1b2a) to be found in 1b2b) to be in the possession of 1b2c) to be found in (a place), happen to be 1b2d) to be left (after war) 1b2e) to be present 1b2f) to prove to be 1b2g) to be found sufficient, be enough 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to find, attain 1c2) to cause to light upon, come upon, come 1c3) to cause to encounter 1c4) to present (offering)
Usage: Occurs in 425 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] be able, befall, being, catch, [idiom] certainly, (cause to) come (on, to, to hand), deliver, be enough (cause to) find(-ing, occasion, out), get (hold upon), [idiom] have (here), be here, hit, be left, light (up-) on, meet (with), [idiom] occasion serve, (be) present, ready, speed, suffice, take hold on. See also: Genesis 2:20; Deuteronomy 22:3; 2 Kings 9:35.
שָׁ֖ם
shâm
H8033
"there"
Adv
The Hebrew word sham means there or then, often used to describe a location or point in time. It can also mean thither or thence, indicating movement or direction. This word is used frequently in the Bible to provide context and clarify the setting of a story.
Definition: 1) there, thither 1a) there 1b) thither (after verbs of motion) 1c) from there, thence 1d) then (as an adverb of time) Aramaic equivalent: tam.mah (תַּמָּה "there" H8536)
Usage: Occurs in 732 OT verses. KJV: in it, [phrase] thence, there (-in, [phrase] of, [phrase] out), [phrase] thither, [phrase] whither. See also: Genesis 2:8; Exodus 21:33; Deuteronomy 19:4.
בָּֽדֶק
bedeq
H919
"breach"
N-ms
A breach is a gap or hole in something, like a building or ship. In the Bible, it is used to describe damage or weakness, and the need for repair, as in Nehemiah 6.
Definition: fissure, rent, breach, leak (in a building)
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: breach, [phrase] calker. See also: 2 Kings 12:6; 2 Kings 12:13; Ezekiel 27:27.
Study Notes — 2 Kings 12:6
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- 2 Kings 12:6 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 12:6
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Kings 12:6
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Kings 12:6
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 12:6
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 12:6
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Kings 12:6
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 12:6
- Barnes' Notes on 2 Kings 12:6
- Sermons on 2 Kings 12:6
Context — Joash Repairs the Temple
4Then Joash said to the priests, “Collect all the money brought as sacred gifts into the house of the LORD—the census money, the money from vows, and the money brought voluntarily into the house of the LORD.
5Let every priest receive it from his constituency, and let it be used to repair any damage found in the temple.”
6By the twenty-third year of the reign of Joash, however, the priests had not yet repaired the damage to the temple.
7So King Joash called Jehoiada and the other priests and said, “Why have you not repaired the damage to the temple? Now, therefore, take no more money from your constituency, but hand it over for the repair of the temple.” 8So the priests agreed that they would not receive money from the people and that they would not repair the temple themselves.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 2 Chronicles 29:34 | However, since there were not enough priests to skin all the burnt offerings, their Levite brothers helped them until the work was finished and until the priests had been consecrated. For the Levites had been more diligent in consecrating themselves than the priests had been. |
| 2 | 1 Peter 5:2 | Be shepherds of God’s flock that is among you, watching over them not out of compulsion, but because it is God’s will; not out of greed, but out of eagerness; |
| 3 | Isaiah 56:10–12 | Israel’s watchmen are blind, they are all oblivious; they are all mute dogs, they cannot bark; they are dreamers lying around, loving to slumber. Like ravenous dogs, they are never satisfied. They are shepherds with no discernment; they all turn to their own way, each one seeking his own gain: “Come, let me get the wine, let us imbibe the strong drink, and tomorrow will be like today, only far better!” |
| 4 | 1 Samuel 2:29–30 | Why then do you kick at My sacrifice and offering that I have prescribed for My dwelling place? You have honored your sons more than Me by fattening yourselves with the best of all the offerings of My people Israel.’ Therefore, the LORD, the God of Israel, declares: ‘I did indeed say that your house and the house of your father would walk before Me forever. But now the LORD declares: Far be it from Me! For I will honor those who honor Me, but those who despise Me will be disdained. |
| 5 | Malachi 1:10 | “Oh, that one of you would shut the temple doors, so that you would no longer kindle useless fires on My altar! I take no pleasure in you,” says the LORD of Hosts, “and I will accept no offering from your hands. |
| 6 | Philippians 2:21 | For all the others look after their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. |
2 Kings 12:6 Summary
This verse, 2 Kings 12:6, tells us that even though King Joash had given the priests the money to repair the temple, they still had not done it by the twenty-third year of his reign. This shows that the priests were not taking their responsibilities seriously, similar to the warning in Hebrews 2:1-4, where it is written that we must pay careful attention to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away. It's a reminder that we should be faithful and responsible in the things God has called us to do, just as we are encouraged in 1 Corinthians 4:2. We can apply this to our own lives by making sure we are taking care of the things God has given us, whether that's our relationships, our talents, or our resources, and being mindful of the example in Matthew 25:14-30, where the master expects his servants to be faithful with what he has entrusted to them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the priests not repair the temple despite having the resources?
The Bible does not give a clear reason, but it is possible that they were misusing the funds or were not prioritizing the repair, as seen in 2 Kings 12:6, which highlights their negligence, similar to the neglect of the Levites in Nehemiah 13:10-11.
What is the significance of the twenty-third year of Joash's reign?
The twenty-third year of Joash's reign marks a significant point in time when the priests had still not repaired the temple, indicating a lack of progress and diligence in their responsibilities, as mentioned in 2 Kings 12:6, and highlights the need for accountability, as seen in 2 Kings 12:7-8.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of temple repair in the Bible?
The repair of the temple is a recurring theme in the Bible, as seen in 2 Chronicles 24:4-14 and Ezra 1:1-4, and 2 Kings 12:6 highlights the importance of maintaining and restoring the place of worship, just as we are called to present our bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God, as mentioned in Romans 12:1.
What can we learn from the priests' lack of action in this verse?
The priests' inaction serves as a reminder of the importance of faithfulness and responsibility in our own spiritual lives, as encouraged in 1 Corinthians 4:2, where it is written that it is required of those who have been given a trust to be found faithful.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my own life where I have been neglecting my responsibilities, and how can I take action to address them?
- How can I ensure that I am being a good steward of the resources God has given me, just like the priests were supposed to be with the temple repairs?
- What role does accountability play in my spiritual growth, and how can I surround myself with people who will encourage me to stay on track?
- In what ways can I prioritize the 'repair' of my own spiritual temple, just as the priests were supposed to prioritize the repair of the physical temple?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 12:6
But it was so, that in the twenty and third year of King Jehoash, the priests had not repaired the breaches of the house.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Kings 12:6
Let the priests take it to them, every man of his acquaintance: and let them repair the breaches of the house, wheresoever any breach shall be found. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Kings 12:6
Either because the people were generally corrupt and backward to the worship of God, especially where it cost them any thing; or because the persons employed in making the collections were negligent, or unfaithful, perverting the money received to their own uses, as may seem probable from the contrary character of other persons, of whom it is noted that they dealt faithfully, below, ; or because the people did not like this way of collection, and had no good opinion of the collectors’ faithfulness.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 12:6
2 Kings 12:6 But it was [so, that] in the three and twentieth year of king Jehoash the priests had not repaired the breaches of the house.Ver. 6. The priests had not repaired.] Perhaps because themselves should have no benefit thereby; they should have but their labour for their pains; receiving the money with one hand and paying it out with another. We love to see somewhat coming toward us of our labour; which else hath little life in it.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 12:6
(6) In the three and twentieth year.—Jenoash may have ordered the restoration in his twentieth year, when he came of age. It is noticeable that he and not Jehoiada takes the initiative in the matter. The chronicler states that the king had ordered the priests and the Levites “to hasten the matter,” but that “the Levites hastened it not.”
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Kings 12:6
Verse 6. In the three and twentieth year] In what year Jehoash gave the orders for these repairs, we cannot tell; but the account here plainly intimates that they had been long given, and that nothing was done, merely through the inactivity and negligence of the priests; see 2 Chronicles 24:6. It seems that the people had brought money in abundance, and the pious Jehoiada was over the priests, and yet nothing was done! Though Jehoiada was a good man, he does not appear to have had much of the spirit of an active zeal; and simple piety, without zeal and activity, is of little use when a reformation in religion and manners is necessary to be brought about. Philip Melancthon was orthodox, pious, and learned, but he was a man of comparative inactivity. In many respects Martin Luther was by far his inferior, but in zeal and activity he was a flaming and consuming fire; and by him, under God, was the mighty Reformation, from the corruptions of popery, effected. Ten thousand Jehoiadas and Melancthons might have wished it in vain; Luther worked, and God worked by him, in him, and for him.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 12:6
6. In the three and twentieth year of king Jehoash] By which time he must have attained the age of thirty and was able to act with decision. According to the Chronicler the first order had been, ‘See that ye hasten the matter. Howbeit the Levites hastened it not’. That account also makes Jehoiada more personally responsible than he is here represented to have been. ‘The king called for Jehoiada the chief, and said unto him, Why hast thou not required of the Levites to bring in out of Judah and out of Jerusalem the collection?’ the priests had not repaired the breaches] We are not told why this was so, though the king asked the question. They had evidently been receiving the money, for the king’s order in the next verse is ‘Take no more money’.
Barnes' Notes on 2 Kings 12:6
No money had for some time been brought in (marginal reference “g”).
Sermons on 2 Kings 12:6
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From the Death of Ahab to the Captivity of the Ten Tribes by Flavius Josephus | Flavius Josephus recounts the reigns of various kings in Israel and Judah, highlighting the righteous actions of some, like Jehoiada and Jehoash, and the wickedness of others, like |
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The Baptism of the Holy Spirit Makes Us Bold by Sandeep Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of consecrating ourselves daily to God, seeking to be disciples who listen to His voice, respond to His leading, and contribute to the growth |
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"That They May Be one." by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not treating the preaching of the word of God as a mere ceremonial duty. He criticizes the idea of paying someone to fill a |
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Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire-Iii Interview: Jim Cymbala by Jim Cymbala | In this video, Dr. Richard Land discusses the bias against conservatives and Christians in the national media, as detailed in Bernard Goldberg's book "Bias." He highlights the outr |
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(Titus - Part 6): Set in Order the Things That Are Wanting by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of organization and structure in the church. He uses the example of a man with a physical disability to illustrate the need for |
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(Through the Bible) 1 Chronicles 1-11 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of farsightedness and not being deceived by immediate fulfillment offered by Satan. He warns against turning aside from God's |
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Rehoboam: If You Will Be Kind by Russell Kelfer | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the downfall of a young king who failed to lead with kindness. The sermon is divided into four parts, starting with the end of an era and the |