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Accountability in Action
Commentators highlight the importance of having both the king's scribe and the high priest present for the counting. John Gill notes this was to avoid any suspicion of mishandling funds. The process of bagging, counting, and sealing the money demonstrates a commitment to transparency and faithful stewardship of the offerings given for God's house.
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Kings 12:10
18th Century
Theologian
The king’s scribe—or “secretary” (see the note on 1 Kings 4:3). Such persons are often seen in Assyrian sculptures with a roll, …
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Kings 12:10
19th Century
Bishop
And it was so.—Rather, And it came to pass. Whenever the chest was full the royal secretary and the high priest went up i…
John Gill
On 2 Kings 12:10
17th Century
Pastor
And it was so, when they saw that there was much money in the
chest
Which might easil…
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Matthew Henry
On 2 Kings 12:1–16
17th Century
Minister
It is a great mercy for young people, especially for all young men of rank like Jehoash, to have those around them who will instruct them to do wha…