Moreover they reckoned not with the men, into whose hand they delivered the money to be bestowed on workmen: for they dealt faithfully.
They didn't require the men who received the money for paying the workers to give a detailed accounting, because these men handled the money honestly and faithfully.
The writer is showing that when people prove themselves trustworthy, they don't need to be constantly monitored or questioned about their work.
📚 Historical Context
This verse describes the temple repairs during King Joash's reign in Judah (around 835-796 BC). The temple had fallen into disrepair during the evil reigns of previous kings, and Joash initiated a restoration project. The priests and officials overseeing the temple renovation had demonstrated such integrity that they were trusted to handle the funds without detailed oversight.
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