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to the carpenters, and to the builders, and to the masons, and for buying timber and hewn stone to repair the house.

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The Practicality of Worship

Commentators explain that the funds for the temple were not just a general donation but were specifically allocated for skilled craftsmen—carpenters, builders, and masons—and for necessary materials like timber and stone. This highlights that honoring God and restoring worship involves practical, organized, and detailed action.

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John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Kings 22:6

17th Century

Pastor

Unto carpenters, and builders, and masons
Who were employed, some in mending the woodwork, and others in repairing t…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 2 Kings 22:1–10

17th Century

Minister

The different event of Josiah's early succession from that of Manasseh must be ascribed to the distinguishing grace of God; yet probably the person…