Moreover he commanded the people that dwelt in Jerusalem to give the portion of the priests and the Levites, that they might be encouraged in the law of the LORD.
He also commanded the people living in Jerusalem to give the required portion to the priests and Levites, so they could be strengthened and encouraged in following God's law.
The writer is showing how King Hezekiah made sure the religious leaders were financially supported so they could focus fully on serving God and teaching His law.
📚 Historical Context
During King Hezekiah's reign in ancient Judah, around the 8th century BC, the nation was undergoing significant religious reforms after the temple in Jerusalem had been cleansed and idolatrous practices removed. Hezekiah commanded the people to provide the priests and Levites with their allotted portions from the tithes and offerings, as prescribed in the Mosaic Law, so that these dedicated servants could focus entirely on studying and teaching God's law without the burden of secular work. This support system was rooted in the Old Testament structure where priests and Levites were set apart for spiritual duties and relied on community contributions for their sustenance.
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