KJV ORIGINAL
Howbeit there was no reckoning made with them of the money that was delivered into their hand, because they dealt faithfully.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
However, no accounting was required of the money that was given to them, because they handled it faithfully.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The workers were so trustworthy that no one needed to keep track of how they spent the money given to them.
📚 Historical Context
This verse refers to the temple repairs during King Josiah's reign around 622 BC. The temple had fallen into disrepair over many years of neglect, and Josiah was implementing major religious reforms. The money mentioned was collected from the people to fund these crucial restoration projects.
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