KJV ORIGINAL
So the workmen wrought, and the work was perfected by them, and they set the house of God in his state, and strengthened it.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
So the workers did their job, and the work was completed by them, and they restored the house of God to its proper condition and made it strong.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The workers successfully completed the temple repairs, restoring God's house to its former glory and making it strong again.
📚 Historical Context
This verse describes the temple restoration project during the reign of King Joash of Judah, around 835-796 BC. The temple had fallen into disrepair during the wicked reign of Queen Athaliah, and Joash initiated major repairs using funds collected from the people. This restoration was part of Joash's religious reforms, guided by the priest Jehoiada, to restore proper worship of God in Jerusalem.
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