KJV ORIGINAL
But they gave that to the workmen, and repaired therewith the house of the LORD.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Instead, they gave the money to the workers and used it to repair the LORD's temple.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse shows that the money collected was properly used for its intended purpose - repairing God's house rather than being misused for other things.
📚 Historical Context
During the reign of King Joash of Judah, the temple of the Lord in Jerusalem had fallen into disrepair due to years of neglect and misuse. Joash, guided by the priest Jehoiada, organized a collection of funds from the people and ensured they were given directly to skilled workmen for the temple's restoration. This action reflected a commitment to honoring God's house amid political and spiritual challenges in the divided kingdom.
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