Whoever had precious stones gave them to the treasury of the house of the LORD, under the care of Jehiel the Gershonite.
Parallel translations
- WEB People with whom precious stones were found gave them to the treasure of Yahweh’s house, under the hand of Jehiel the Gershonite.
- KJV And they with whom precious stones were found gave them to the treasure of the house of the LORD, by the hand of Jehiel the Gershonite.
- NKJV And whoever had precious stones gave them to the treasury of the house of the Lord, into the hand of Jehiel the Gershonite.
- NASB Whoever possessed precious stones gave them to the treasury of the house of the Lord, in care of Jehiel the Gershonite.
- NLT They also contributed numerous precious stones, which were deposited in the treasury of the house of the Lord under the care of Jehiel, a descendant of Gershon.
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Those who owned precious stones gave them to the temple treasury, entrusted to Jehiel the Gershonite.
Overview
Beyond metals, people donated their valuable gems, and the gifts were placed under responsible Levitical oversight. The naming of Jehiel reflects the chronicler's concern for orderly, accountable stewardship of what is dedicated to God. Faithful management of resources given for God's work is itself an act of worship and a safeguard for the integrity of God's people.
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Cross-references · 2
- 1 Chr 23:8The sons of Ladan: Jehiel the first, Zetham, and Joel—three in all.
- 1 Chr 26:21–22From the descendants of Ladan, who were Gershonites through Ladan and heads of the families of Ladan the Gershonite, were Jehieli,
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