2 Kings 12
KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 12 of 25
Chapter Summary
Joash reigns well all the days of Jehoiada. He repairs the temple. Hazael is diverted from Jerusalem by a present of the dedicated things. Amaziah succeeds Joash.
Key Hebrew Words
People & Context
King of Judah who reigned 40 years, did right under Jehoiada, and ordered the temple repaired
The priest who directed Joash and set up the chest to collect silver for the temple repairs
King of Syria who captured Gath and threatened Jerusalem until bought off with dedicated treasures
Servant, son of Shimeath, who conspired against Joash and struck him down
Servant, son of Shomer, who joined the conspiracy and helped kill Joash
Son of Joash who reigned in his place after the assassination
Timeline
Joash reigns 40 years, doing right in the eyes of Jehovah under Jehoiada's direction, though the high places are not removed.
2 Kings 12:1-3Joash commands the priests to use the dedicated silver and the silver of the value of souls to strengthen the breaches in the house of Jehovah.
2 Kings 12:4-5By Joash's 23rd year, the priests have not repaired the temple. Joash calls Jehoiada and orders them to stop receiving silver and to give it over for the repairs.
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