Let the priests take it to them, every man of his acquaintance: and let them repair the breaches of the house, wheresoever any breach shall be found.
Let the priests collect this money from the people they know, and use it to repair any damage found in the temple.
The writer is describing King Joash's instructions for priests to gather money from their contacts to fund repairs of God's temple.
📚 Historical Context
During the reign of King Joash in Judah, the temple of the Lord had fallen into disrepair due to years of neglect and possible damage from conflicts in the divided kingdom. Joash, who became king at a young age after being hidden from his wicked grandmother Athaliah, ordered the priests to use sacred funds to repair the temple's breaches, emphasizing the central role of the temple in Israelite worship and national identity. This action reflected the broader biblical theme of restoring what had been broken to honor God.
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