2 Kings 12:8

And the priests consented to receive no more money of the people, neither to repair the breaches of the house.

King James Version
View Chapter

Other Translations for 2 Kings 12:8

BSB
So the priests agreed that they would not receive money from the people and that they would not repair the temple themselves.
AKJV
And the priests consented to receive no more money of the people, neither to repair the breaches of the house.
CPDV
And so the priests were prohibited from accepting any more money from the people to repair the surfaces of the house.
ERV
And the priests consented that they should take no more money from the people, neither repair the breaches of the house.
NHEB
The priests consented that they should take no more money from the people, neither repair the breaches of the house.
SMT
And the priests will consent not to take silver from the people, and not to strengthen the breach of the house.

Commentary for 2 Kings 12:8

Please note: this is not Scripture

These study resources are provided for informational purposes only. They reflect human interpretation, are subject to human error, and should not be considered divinely inspired or authoritative.

Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of 2 Kings 12:8
Summary
Priests accept new arrangement for temple repair
Place
Temple of the LORD
Event
Priests consent to new arrangement
Estimated Time Period
c. 812 BC
Category
Narrative