Translations
Modern
In the third month they began building up the heaps, and they finished in the seventh month.
Traditional
In the third month they began to lay the foundation of the heaps, and finished them in the seventh month.
Literal
In the third month they began laying them in heaps, and in the seventh month they finished.
Latin
Mense tertio cœperunt acervorum jacere fundamenta, et mense septimo compleverunt eos.
Original
Hebrew
English
In the third month they began building up the heaps, and they finished in the seventh month.
Notes
Both the king and his people provided supplies for the temple. Israel came together to support the temple, and their response exceeded expectations and needs.
Theme notes and profiles
Glossary
Chronicles, Books of First and Second Genealogy Hezekiah Offerings and Sacrifices
Topics
Church and State: State Superior to Religion: Hezekiah, in Reorganizing Temple Service Hezekiah: King of Judah: Restores the True Forms of Worship Liberality: Hezekiah Priest: Benefits of Regulations by Hezekiah Concerning Benefits to the Priests Tithes: Payment of, Resumed in Hezekiah's Reign