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2 Chronicles 31

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2 Chronicles 31

1 Now when all this was finished, all Israel that were present went out to the cities of Judah, and brake the images in pieces, and cut down the groves, and threw down the high places and the altars out of all Judah and Benjamin, in Ephraim also and Manasseh, until they had utterly destroyed them all. Then all the children of Israel returned, every man to his possession, into their own cities.

2 And Hezekiah appointed the courses of the priests and the Levites after their courses, every man according to his service, the priests and Levites for burnt offerings and for peace offerings, to minister, and to give thanks, and to praise in the gates of the tents of the LORD.

3 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 the LORD.

4 Moreover he commanded the people that dwelt in Jerusalem to give the portion of the priests and the Levites, that they might be encouraged in the law of the LORD.

5 And as soon as the commandment came abroad, the children of Israel brought in abundance the firstfruits of corn, wine, and oil, and honey, and of all the increase of the field; and the tithe of all things brought they in abundantly.

6 And concerning the children of Israel and Judah, that dwelt in the cities of Judah, they also brought in the tithe of oxen and sheep, and the tithe of holy things which were consecrated unto the LORD their God, and laid them by heaps.

7 In the third month they began to lay the foundation of the heaps, and finished them in the seventh month.

8 And when Hezekiah and the princes came and saw the heaps, they blessed the LORD, and his people Israel.

9 Then Hezekiah questioned with the priests and the Levites concerning the heaps.

10 And Azariah the chief priest of the house of Zadok answered him, and said, Since the people began to bring the offerings into the house of the LORD, we have had enough to eat, and have left plenty: for the LORD hath blessed his people; and that which is left is this great store.

11 Then Hezekiah commanded to prepare chambers in the house of the LORD; and they prepared them,



12 And brought in the offerings and the tithes and the dedicated things faithfully: over which Cononiah the Levite was ruler, and Shimei his brother was the next.

13 And Jehiel, and Azaziah, and Nahath, and Asahel, and Jerimoth, and Jozabad, and Eliel, and Ismachiah, and Mahath, and Benaiah, were overseers under the hand of Cononiah and Shimei his brother, at the commandment of Hezekiah the king, and Azariah the ruler of the house of God.

14 And Kore the son of Imnah the Levite, the porter toward the east, was over the freewill offerings of God, to distribute the oblations of the LORD, and the most holy things.

15 And next him were Eden, and Miniamin, and Jeshua, and Shemaiah, Amariah, and Shecaniah, in the cities of the priests, in their set office, to give to their brethren by courses, as well to the great as to the small:

16 Beside their genealogy of males, from three years old and upward, even unto every one that entereth into the house of the LORD, his daily portion for their service in their charges according to their courses;

17 Both to the genealogy of the priests by the house of their fathers, and the Levites from twenty years old and upward, in their charges by their courses;

18 And to the genealogy of all their little ones, their wives, and their sons, and their daughters, through all the congregation: for in their set office they sanctified themselves in holiness:

19 Also of the sons of Aaron the priests, which were in the fields of the suburbs of their cities, in every several city, the men that were expressed by name, to give portions to all the males among the priests, and to all that were reckoned by genealogies among the Levites.

20 And thus did Hezekiah throughout all Judah, and wrought that which was good and right and truth before the LORD his God.

21 And in every work that he began in the service of the house of God, and in the law, and in the commandments, to seek his God, he did it with all his heart, and prospered.

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Summary and the Meaning of 2 Chronicles Chapter 31

2 Chronicles chapter 31 is a continuation of the reign of King Hezekiah of Judah, who was known for his faithfulness to God and his efforts to restore true worship in the land. This chapter focuses on the reforms that Hezekiah implemented in the temple and the support he received from the people of Judah. The main themes of this chapter include obedience to God, the importance of true worship, and the blessings that come from following God's commands.

Hezekiah's Reforms in the Temple

The chapter begins by describing how Hezekiah organized the priests and Levites to carry out the duties of the temple. He commanded them to consecrate themselves and the temple, and to remove all the impurities and idols that had been brought into the temple during the reign of his father, Ahaz. Hezekiah also reinstituted the sacrifices and offerings that had been neglected under Ahaz's rule.

This section of the chapter highlights Hezekiah's commitment to following God's laws and his determination to restore the proper worship of God in the temple. He recognized that the temple was a sacred place and it needed to be purified and dedicated to God once again.

The People's Support for the Temple

The next part of the chapter describes how the people of Judah responded to Hezekiah's call for support of the temple. They brought in their tithes and offerings in abundance, and the Levites and priests were able to distribute them to their fellow colleagues. This support allowed the priests and Levites to focus on their duties in the temple without having to worry about their livelihood.

This section highlights the importance of the people's obedience and generosity in supporting the work of God. The people recognized the importance of the temple and were willing to give sacrificially to ensure that it was maintained and the worship of God could continue.

The Blessings of Obedience

The final part of the chapter describes the blessings that came upon the people of Judah as a result of their obedience to God and their support of the temple. The chapter states that "the Lord blessed Hezekiah and all Israel" (2 Chronicles 31:21). The people experienced abundance and prosperity, and Hezekiah became a powerful and respected king.

This section emphasizes the importance of obedience to God's commands and the blessings that come from following Him. Hezekiah's obedience and dedication to God's laws not only brought blessings upon himself but also upon the entire nation of Judah.

The Meaning of 2 Chronicles Chapter 31

2 Chronicles chapter 31 teaches us several important lessons about obedience to God and the blessings that come from following Him. It shows us the importance of having a leader who is dedicated to God and who seeks to restore true worship in the land. Hezekiah's reforms in the temple and his commitment to following God's laws set a positive example for the people of Judah.

The chapter also highlights the role of the people in supporting the work of God. The people of Judah responded with obedience and generosity, and as a result, they experienced blessings and prosperity. This teaches us the importance of being faithful stewards of our resources and supporting the work of God in our communities.

Furthermore, 2 Chronicles chapter 31 reminds us of the importance of maintaining the purity of the temple, both physically and spiritually. Just as Hezekiah removed the impurities and idols from the temple, we must also strive to keep our hearts and minds pure and dedicated to God.

Overall, this chapter emphasizes the blessings that come from obedience to God and the importance of true worship. It serves as a reminder for us to remain faithful to God and to support the work of His kingdom. We can learn from Hezekiah's example and strive to be leaders who are dedicated to God and seek to bring His people closer to Him.



This article is informed by the King James Version of the Holy Bible, the authors' personal knowledge, considerations and experience, and additional materials and resources available in internet.

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