to the carpenters, the builders, the masons, and for buying timber and cut stone to repair the house.
Parallel translations
- WEB to the carpenters, and to the builders, and to the masons, and for buying timber and cut stone to repair the house.
- KJV Unto carpenters, and builders, and masons, and to buy timber and hewn stone to repair the house.
- BSB to the carpenters, builders, and masons—to buy timber and dressed stone to repair the temple.
- NKJV to carpenters and builders and masons—and to buy timber and hewn stone to repair the house.
- NLT They will need to hire carpenters, builders, and masons. Also have them buy the timber and the finished stone needed to repair the Temple.
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Quick answer
The funds are designated for carpenters, builders, masons, timber, and stone to repair the house. Specific provision is made for the restoration work.
Overview
The money is allotted for the various craftsmen and materials needed to repair the temple. The detail shows the seriousness and orderliness of Josiah's restoration project. Such diligent care for the place of worship reflects a heart devoted to honoring God, and prefigures the building of God's true temple in His people through Christ.
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