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When they were finished, they brought the rest of the money to the king and Jehoiada to make with it the articles for the house of the LORD--utensils for the service and for the burnt offerings, dishes, and other objects of gold and silver. Throughout the days of Jehoiada, burnt offerings were presented regularly in the house of the LORD.
Study Bible
When they had finished
This phrase marks the completion of a significant task, likely the restoration of the temple. The Hebrew root for "finished" is "כָּלָה" (kalah), which implies bringing something to completion or fulfillment. This completion signifies not just a physical restoration but a spiritual renewal, reflecting the dedication and obedience to God's commands. It serves as a reminder of the importance of perseverance in fulfilling God's work.

they brought the rest of the money
The act of bringing the remaining funds indicates transparency and integrity in handling resources dedicated to God's work. The Hebrew word for "money" is "כֶּסֶף" (kesef), often associated with silver, symbolizing purity and redemption. This act of accountability is crucial in maintaining trust and ensuring that resources are used for their intended holy purposes.

before the king and Jehoiada
Presenting the funds to both the king and Jehoiada, the high priest, underscores the collaboration between the monarchy and the priesthood in ancient Israel. This partnership reflects the theocratic nature of Israelite society, where both secular and religious leaders worked together to uphold God's laws. Jehoiada's presence highlights his significant role in guiding the spiritual and moral direction of the nation.

and with it were made articles for the house of the LORD
The creation of articles for the temple signifies the restoration of worship practices. The Hebrew term for "articles" is "כְּלִי" (keli), meaning vessels or instruments. These items were essential for conducting temple services, symbolizing the readiness and preparation for worship. It emphasizes the importance of having dedicated and consecrated tools for serving God.

articles for the service and for the burnt offerings
This phrase highlights the dual purpose of the temple articles: for service and sacrifices. "Service" (עֲבוֹדָה, avodah) refers to the daily duties and rituals performed by the priests, while "burnt offerings" (עוֹלָה, olah) were sacrifices wholly consumed by fire, symbolizing complete devotion to God. Together, they represent the holistic nature of worship, combining both action and sacrifice.

and dishes and articles of gold and silver
The use of gold and silver in the temple articles signifies the value and honor given to God. Gold (זָהָב, zahav) and silver (כֶּסֶף, kesef) were precious metals, representing purity, wealth, and divine glory. Their inclusion in the temple signifies the best offerings to God, reflecting the principle of giving God the finest of what we have.

Then they offered burnt offerings in the house of the LORD continually
The continual offering of burnt sacrifices indicates a sustained commitment to worship and atonement. The Hebrew word for "continually" is "תָּמִיד" (tamid), meaning perpetually or regularly. This practice underscores the importance of regular worship and the constant need for atonement and reconciliation with God.

all the days of Jehoiada
Jehoiada's lifetime marks a period of faithfulness and devotion in Judah's history. His leadership ensured that the people remained committed to God's covenant. This phrase serves as a testament to the impact of godly leadership and the blessings that follow when a nation adheres to divine principles. Jehoiada's influence is a powerful reminder of the legacy one can leave through faithful service to God.

Persons / Places / Events
1. King Joash
The king of Judah who initiated the restoration of the temple. His reign was marked by a return to the worship of Yahweh, influenced by Jehoiada the priest.

2. Jehoiada the Priest
A high priest who played a crucial role in guiding King Joash and restoring the temple. His leadership was instrumental in the spiritual revival of Judah.

3. The Temple of the LORD
The central place of worship for the Israelites in Jerusalem, which was repaired and restored during Joash's reign.

4. Burnt Offerings
Sacrifices made to God as a sign of devotion and atonement, symbolizing the people's commitment to the covenant with Yahweh.

5. Articles of Gold and Silver
Sacred items made for the temple service, signifying the restoration of proper worship practices.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Godly Leadership
Jehoiada's influence on Joash underscores the impact of godly mentorship and leadership in guiding others toward righteousness.

Commitment to Worship
The restoration of the temple and the continual offerings highlight the importance of maintaining a dedicated place and practice of worship in our lives.

Stewardship of Resources
The use of remaining funds for temple articles teaches us about the wise and faithful stewardship of resources for God's purposes.

Legacy of Faithfulness
The continual offerings during Jehoiada's life remind us of the lasting impact of a life lived in faithful service to God.
Bible Study Questions
1. How does the relationship between Joash and Jehoiada illustrate the importance of mentorship in our spiritual lives?

2. In what ways can we ensure that our places of worship remain central to our community and personal faith practices?

3. How can we apply the principle of stewardship seen in this passage to our own financial and material resources?

4. What are some modern-day "articles" or practices that help us maintain a focus on worship and service to God?

5. How does the concept of continual offerings in the Old Testament relate to the New Testament understanding of living sacrifices as described in Romans 12:1?
Connections to Other Scriptures
2 Kings 12
Provides a parallel account of Joash's reign and the temple restoration, highlighting the importance of maintaining the house of the LORD.

Exodus 25-31
Describes the original instructions for the construction and furnishing of the tabernacle, emphasizing the significance of sacred articles in worship.

Hebrews 10
Discusses the ultimate sacrifice of Christ, connecting the Old Testament practice of burnt offerings to the New Covenant.
Sermons
Church RenovationW. Clarkson 2 Chronicles 24:4-14
Indifferences RebukedA. Maclaren, D.D.2 Chronicles 24:4-14
Joash Repairing the TempleMonday Club Sermons2 Chronicles 24:4-14
Repairing the TempleF. W. P. Greenwood, D.D.2 Chronicles 24:4-14
The Temple RepairedH. H. French.2 Chronicles 24:4-14
The Temple RepairedW. Landrum, D. D.2 Chronicles 24:4-14
People
Amaziah, Aram, Athaliah, David, Jehoiada, Jehozabad, Joash, Levites, Shimeath, Shimrith, Syrians, Zabad, Zechariah, Zibiah
Places
Beersheba, Damascus, Jerusalem
Topics
Articles, Ascend, Buckets, Burned, Burnt, Burnt-offerings, Causing, Completing, Continually, Cups, Dishes, Finished, Gold, Incense, Jehoiada, Jehoi'ada, Lord's, Making, Minister, Money, Needed, Objects, Offer, Offered, Offering, Offerings, Pans, Presented, Regular, Rest, Service, Serving, Silver, Spoons, Temple, Utensils, Vessels, Whereof, Wherewith, Withal
Dictionary of Bible Themes
2 Chronicles 24:14

     4363   silver
     7734   leaders, spiritual

2 Chronicles 24:1-14

     7245   Judah, kingdom of

2 Chronicles 24:13-14

     7467   temple, Solomon's

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The King's Farewell
'Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye are like unto whited sepulchres, which indeed appear beautiful outward, but are within full of dead men's bones, and of all uncleanness. 28. Even so ye also outwardly appear righteous unto men, but within ye are full of hypocrisy and iniquity. 29. Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! because ye build the tombs of the prophets, and garnish the sepulchres of the righteous, 30. And say, If we had been in the days of our fathers, we …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

Joash
'And Joash did that which was right in the sight of the Lord all the days of Jehoiada the priest.... 17. Now after the death of Jehoiada came the princes of Judah, and made obeisance to the king. Then the king hearkened unto them.'--2 CHRON. xxiv. 2, 17. Here we have the tragedy of a soul. Joash begins life well and for the greater part of it remains faithful to his conscience and to his duty, and then, when outward circumstances change, he casts all behind him, forgets the past and commits moral …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

Glad Givers and Faithful Workers
'And it came to pass after this, that Joash was minded to repair the house of the Lord. 5. And 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. 6. And 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 …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

The Channel of Power.
A Word that Sticks and Stings. I suppose everyone here can think of three or four persons whom he loves or regards highly, who are not christians. Can you? Perhaps in your own home circle, or in the circle of your close friends. They may be nice people, cultured, lovable, delightful companions, fond of music and good books, and all that; but this is true of them, that they do not trust and confess Jesus as a personal Savior. Can you think of such persons in your own circle? I am going to wait a …
S.D. Gordon—Quiet Talks on Power

The Prophet Joel.
PRELIMINARY REMARKS. The position which has been assigned to Joel in the collection of the Minor Prophets, furnishes an external argument for the determination of the time at which Joel wrote. There cannot be any doubt that the Collectors were guided by a consideration of the chronology. The circumstance, that they placed the prophecies of Joel just between the two prophets who, according to the inscriptions and contents of their prophecies, belonged to the time of Jeroboam and Uzziah, is …
Ernst Wilhelm Hengstenberg—Christology of the Old Testament

Conclusion
"Alleluia: for the Lord God omnipotent reigneth" (Rev. 19:6). In our Foreword to the Second Edition we acknowledge the need for preserving the balance of Truth. Two things are beyond dispute: God is Sovereign, man is responsible. In this book we have sought to expound the former; in our other works we have frequently pressed the latter. That there is real danger of over-emphasising the one and ignoring the other, we readily admit; yea, history furnishes numerous examples of cases of each. To emphasise …
Arthur W. Pink—The Sovereignty of God

The Old Testament Canon from Its Beginning to Its Close.
The first important part of the Old Testament put together as a whole was the Pentateuch, or rather, the five books of Moses and Joshua. This was preceded by smaller documents, which one or more redactors embodied in it. The earliest things committed to writing were probably the ten words proceeding from Moses himself, afterwards enlarged into the ten commandments which exist at present in two recensions (Exod. xx., Deut. v.) It is true that we have the oldest form of the decalogue from the Jehovist …
Samuel Davidson—The Canon of the Bible

Chronicles
The comparative indifference with which Chronicles is regarded in modern times by all but professional scholars seems to have been shared by the ancient Jewish church. Though written by the same hand as wrote Ezra-Nehemiah, and forming, together with these books, a continuous history of Judah, it is placed after them in the Hebrew Bible, of which it forms the concluding book; and this no doubt points to the fact that it attained canonical distinction later than they. Nor is this unnatural. The book …
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament

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