2 Chronicles 34:17

Arabic Bible (GNA) Good News Arabic - 1993 (الترجمة العربية المشتركة)

والمالُ الّذي وجَدْناهُ في الهَيكلِ دَفَعْناهُ إلى العُمَّالِ والوُكلاءِ علَيهِم».

What Does This Mean?

This verse from 2 Chronicles 34:17 talks about people gathering money from the house of the Lord and giving it to the overseers and workmen. It's a record of how they were managing resources for a project, likely renovations or repairs to the temple. The key message is about proper stewardship of the resources dedicated to the Lord.

Explained for Children

Imagine if you and your friends collected all the coins from a piggy bank in your clubhouse and then gave them to the grown-ups to buy new toys and fix things. That's what this verse is talking about, but instead of toys, they were fixing the house of God.

Historical Background

2 Chronicles was written by the Chronicler, likely after the Babylonian exile, around 400 BC. The audience was the returning exiles, and the cultural setting was post-exilic Judah where rebuilding and renewal were central themes. The Chronicler wrote to encourage the people to return to their covenant relationship with God.

Living It Out Today

In a modern scenario, imagine a church community raising funds for a building renovation. This verse reminds us that all contributions should be handled transparently and with integrity, ensuring that the money goes directly to the work it was intended for.

Topics

• stewardship
• temple
• renewal
• administration
• obedience
• resources

Related Verses

• 1 Chronicles 29:4
• 2 Kings 12:15
• 2 Kings 22:7
• Ezra 2:68
• Matthew 25:14-30

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the purpose of gathering money in the house of the Lord?

The purpose was to fund the necessary work and repairs needed for the temple, ensuring it was maintained as a sacred place of worship.

Who were the overseers mentioned in this verse?

The overseers were likely appointed leaders responsible for managing the project, ensuring that the work was done according to plan and that the funds were used appropriately.

How does this verse relate to modern church management?

This verse highlights the importance of proper stewardship and accountability in managing church resources, principles that are still relevant today in the administration of church finances.

What can we learn about integrity from this verse?

The verse teaches that integrity in handling money designated for God's work is crucial, as all resources should be managed with transparency and with the goal of fulfilling God's purposes.