The Biblical Illustrator - 2 Kings 12:4-15
2 Kings 12:4-15And Jehoash said to the priests.The temple repaired1. The house of God is apt to show a decline of religion, and should share the blessings of a reformation. The tabernacle, and the temple which replaced it, were constructed with the utmost care. They were designed to resist wear and decay; but because the most durable materials are perishable, provision was made for the care of these sacred buildings. Moses, under Divine direction, created a temple fund, which was sustained by a... read more
Sutcliffe's Commentary on the Old and New Testaments - 2 Kings 12:1-21
2 Kings 12:3 . The people still sacrificed and burnt incense in the high places, where the holy patriarchs and prophets had worshipped the Lord. The people venerated those places, but the law it would seem, absolutely required all sacrifices, except sin-offerings, to be offered in the temple. Deuteronomy 16:0. 2 Kings 12:18 . Sent it to Hazael: viz. all the hallowed treasures of the temple. Where then was Israel’s God? Alas, this king was good only while his uncle guarded his person,... read more