2 Chronicles 24:4 Meaning
And it came to pass after this, that Joash was minded to repair the house of the LORD.
Context Explained
2And Joash did that which was right in the sight of the LORD all the days of Jehoiada the priest.
3And Jehoiada took for him two wives; and he begat sons and daughters.
4And it came to pass after this, that Joash was minded to repair the house of the LORD.
5And he gathered together the priests and the Levites, and said to them, Go out unto the cities of Judah, and gather of all Israel money to repair the house of your God from year to year, and see that ye hasten the matter. Howbeit the Levites hastened it not.
6And the king called for Jehoiada the chief, and said unto him, Why hast thou not required of the Levites to bring in out of Judah and out of Jerusalem the collection, according to the commandment of Moses the servant of the LORD, and of the congregation of Israel, for the tabernacle of witness?
Key Themes
Related Cross References
2 Kings 12:4
Both verses discuss Joash's intention to repair the temple, emphasizing his commitment to worship.
Haggai 1:8
This verse encourages rebuilding the house of the Lord, similar to Joash's intentions.
Matthew 21:12
Jesus cleanses the temple, reflecting the importance of maintaining a holy place of worship.
Source: 2 Chronicles 24:4