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2 Chronicles 24:12

King James Version (KJV)

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2 Chronicles 24:12

Verse 12 of 27

Scripture focus

And the king and Jehoiada gave it to such as did the work of the service of the house of the LORD, and hired masons and carpenters to repair the house of the LORD, and also such as wrought iron and brass to mend the house of the LORD.

2 Chronicles 24:12 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on 2 Chronicles 24:12

Theological / Devotional

The king and Jehoiada. It is clear from this that the final supervision of the proceedings was in the hands of the king and the high priest. Both appeared to be men of uprightness and integrity, who could be counted upon to see that the money was properly handled, without irregularities.

Masons and carpenters. It is evident from these varied categories of workmen that the Temple must have been in need of extensive repairs. It had probably been partially demolished to provide materials for the temple of Baal (see v. 7 and ch. 23:17).

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