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The consecrated things were six hundred oxen and three thousand sheep.

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From Atonement to Fellowship

Commentators explain that these "consecrated things" were specifically for thank-offerings (or peace-offerings). Unlike the earlier sin-offerings for atonement, these sacrifices were part of a celebratory meal shared by the people, signifying their restored fellowship and joyful communion with God.

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2 Chronicles

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 2 Chronicles 29:33

19th Century

Bishop

The consecrated things. —That is, the victims for the thank-offerings (2 Chronicles 35:13).

John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Chronicles 29:33

17th Century

Pastor

And the consecrated things
Which were devoted for peace offerings, of which the owners had a part: were six hundred …

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 2 Chronicles 29:20–36

17th Century

Minister

As soon as Hezekiah heard that the temple was ready, he lost no time. Atonement must be made for the sins of the last reign. It was not enough to l…