II Kings · Chapter 22 King James Version

II Kings 22:5

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The Scripture

(5) And let them deliver it into the hand of the doers of the work, that have the oversight of the house of the LORD: and let them give it to the doers of the work which is in the house of the LORD, to repair the breaches of the house,
Chapter overview (whole chapter)

Young King Josiah ordered repairs to the temple, during which Hilkiah the priest discovered the Book of the Law, and upon hearing it read Josiah tore his clothes in grief over Judah's disobedience. Josiah sent to the prophetess Huldah, who confirmed coming judgment on Jerusalem but promised Josiah would be spared it because of his humble heart.

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