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[He appointed] also the king`s portion of his substance for the burnt-offerings, [to wit], for the morning and evening burnt offerings, and the burnt offerings for the Sabbaths, and for the new moons, and for the set feasts, as it is written in the law of Yahweh.

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Leadership Through Generosity

Commentators highlight that King Hezekiah didn't just command the people to support the temple; he led by example. He committed a significant portion of his own personal wealth to provide for the daily, weekly, and festival sacrifices. Scholars like John Gill note this was especially crucial since the temple treasury was empty, showing that true leadership involves personal sacrifice to inspire others.

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2 Chronicles

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On 2 Chronicles 31:3

18th Century

Theologian

The king’s portion - Amid the widespread neglect of the observances commanded by the Law, the tithe system had naturally fallen into disuse.…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 2 Chronicles 31:3

19th Century

Bishop

He appointed also ... set feasts. —Rather, And the king’s portion (that is, the part he contributed) from hi…

John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Chronicles 31:3

17th Century

Pastor

He appointed also the king's portion of his substance
Out of his own treasury, of his royal bounty, over and above w…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 2 Chronicles 31:1–21

17th Century

Minister

After the Passover, the people of Israel applied themselves with vigor to destroy the monuments of idolatry. Public ordinances should motivate us t…