2 Chronicles 31:12

Arabic Bible AVDDV 1999 (الكتاب المقدس (تخفيف تشكيل))

وأتَوْا بالتَّقدِمَةِ والعُشرِ والأقداسِ بأمانَةٍ. وكانَ رَئيسًا علَيهِمْ كونَنيا اللاويُّ، وشِمعي أخوهُ الثّاني،

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes how offerings, tithes, and dedicated things were brought in faithfully. Cononiah the Levite was in charge of these, and Shimei, his brother, was the next in line. It shows the importance of leadership and organization in managing religious contributions.

Explained for Children

Imagine you and your friends have a piggy bank for saving money to buy toys for the playground. Cononiah is like the big kid in charge of making sure everyone puts their money in the piggy bank and Shimei is the second helper. They make sure the money is there when it's time to buy toys for everyone.

Historical Background

2 Chronicles was written by an unknown author, possibly a priest or Levite, after the Babylonian exile, around 400 BC. The book was intended for the Jewish community returning to Jerusalem, detailing the history of kings and religious reforms in Judah to encourage faithfulness to God.

Living It Out Today

In a modern context, this verse can be seen as a reminder for those in leadership roles within church or community groups to handle contributions with integrity and organization. For example, a treasurer at a non-profit organization should ensure that all donations are accounted for and used as intended.

Topics

• leadership
• tithes
• offerings
• faithfulness
• religious organization
• community service

Related Verses

• Numbers 18:21
• 2 Corinthians 9:7
• Malachi 3:10
• Hebrews 7:8
• 1 Corinthians 9:13

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the role of Cononiah and Shimei in the temple?

Cononiah was the main overseer of the offerings and tithes, while Shimei was his assistant, ensuring that the contributions were managed properly and with integrity.

How did this system of tithes and offerings support the temple?

The tithes and offerings provided financial and material support for the maintenance of the temple and the livelihood of the priests and Levites who served there.

Why is faithfulness important in handling religious contributions?

Faithfulness ensures that the community's contributions are used as intended, maintaining trust and ensuring the continuity of religious practices and support for the community.

How can this verse be applied to modern financial management in religious institutions?

It can be applied by ensuring that financial contributions are managed with transparency and integrity, and that those in leadership roles are accountable for how the funds are used.