He gave of gold by weight for things of gold, for all instruments of all manner of service; silver also for all instruments of silver by weight, for all instruments of every kind of service:
He gave specific amounts of gold by weight for all the gold items and tools needed for every kind of temple service. He also gave specific amounts of silver by weight for all the silver items and tools needed for every kind of temple service.
David carefully planned and provided the exact amounts of precious metals needed for every piece of equipment that would be used in God's temple.
📚 Historical Context
This verse describes David's detailed preparations for building the temple in Jerusalem, even though God had told him that his son Solomon would actually build it. David was organizing all the materials, including precious metals, that would be needed for the temple furnishings and ceremonial objects. This shows David's heart for worship and his desire to honor God with the finest materials available.
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