2 Chronicles 24:4
New International Version
Some time later Joash decided to restore the temple of the LORD.

New Living Translation
At one point Joash decided to repair and restore the Temple of the LORD.

English Standard Version
After this Joash decided to restore the house of the LORD.

Berean Standard Bible
Some time later, Joash set his heart on repairing the house of the LORD.

King James Bible
And it came to pass after this, that Joash was minded to repair the house of the LORD.

New King James Version
Now it happened after this that Joash set his heart on repairing the house of the LORD.

New American Standard Bible
Now it came about after this that Joash decided to restore the house of the LORD.

NASB 1995
Now it came about after this that Joash decided to restore the house of the LORD.

NASB 1977
Now it came about after this that Joash decided to restore the house of the LORD.

Legacy Standard Bible
Now it happened afterwards, that Joash had in his heart to restore the house of Yahweh.

Amplified Bible
Now it came about after this that Joash decided to restore the house (temple) of the LORD.

Christian Standard Bible
Afterward, Joash took it to heart to renovate the LORD’s temple.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Afterward, Joash took it to heart to renovate the LORD’s temple.

American Standard Version
And it came to pass after this, that Joash was minded to restore the house of Jehovah.

Contemporary English Version
Some time later, Joash decided it was time to repair the temple.

English Revised Version
And it came to pass after this, that Joash was minded to restore the house of the LORD.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
After this, Joash wanted to renovate the LORD's temple.

Good News Translation
After he had been king for a while, Joash decided to have the Temple repaired.

International Standard Version
Later on, Joash decided to rebuild the LORD's Temple,

Majority Standard Bible
Some time later, Joash set his heart on repairing the house of the LORD.

NET Bible
Joash was determined to repair the LORD's temple.

New Heart English Bible
It happened after this, that Joash intended to restore the house of the LORD.

Webster's Bible Translation
And it came to pass after this, that Joash was minded to repair the house of the LORD.

World English Bible
After this, Joash intended to restore Yahweh’s house.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And it comes to pass after this, it has been with the heart of Joash to renew the house of YHWH,

Young's Literal Translation
And it cometh to pass after this, it hath been with the heart of Joash to renew the house of Jehovah,

Smith's Literal Translation
And it will be after this it was with the heart of Joash to renew the house of Jehovah.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
After this Joas had a mind to repair the house of the Lord.

Catholic Public Domain Version
After these things, it pleased Joash to repair the house of the Lord.

New American Bible
After some time, Joash decided to restore the house of the LORD.

New Revised Standard Version
Some time afterward Joash decided to restore the house of the LORD.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And it came to pass after this that Jehoiadah determined in his heart with Joash secretly to restore the house of the LORD and to repair everything that was needed in it.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And it happened after these things, his heart was with Yoash in secret to renew the house of LORD JEHOVAH and to restore everything in it that was needed.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And it came to pass after this, that Joash was minded to restore the house of the LORD.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And it came to pass afterward that it came into the heart of Joas to repair the house of the Lord.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Joash Repairs the Temple
3Jehoiada took for him two wives, and he had sons and daughters. 4Some time later, Joash set his heart on repairing the house of the LORD. 5So he gathered the priests and Levites and said, “Go out to the cities of Judah and collect the money due annually from all Israel, to repair the house of your God. Do it quickly.” The Levites, however, did not make haste.…

Cross References
2 Kings 12:4-16
Then Joash said to the priests, “Collect all the money brought as sacred gifts into the house of the LORD—the census money, the money from vows, and the money brought voluntarily into the house of the LORD. / Let every priest receive it from his constituency, and let it be used to repair any damage found in the temple.” / By the twenty-third year of the reign of Joash, however, the priests had not yet repaired the damage to the temple. ...

2 Chronicles 23:18
Moreover, Jehoiada put the oversight of the house of the LORD into the hands of the Levitical priests, whom David had appointed over the house of the LORD, to offer burnt offerings to the LORD as written in the Law of Moses, with rejoicing and song, as ordained by David.

2 Chronicles 29:3-5
In the first month of the first year of his reign, Hezekiah opened and repaired the doors of the house of the LORD. / Then he brought in the priests and Levites and gathered them in the square on the east side. / “Listen to me, O Levites,” he said. “Consecrate yourselves now and consecrate the house of the LORD, the God of your fathers. Remove from the Holy Place every impurity.

2 Chronicles 34:8-11
Now in the eighteenth year of his reign, in order to cleanse the land and the temple, Josiah sent Shaphan son of Azaliah, Maaseiah the governor of the city, and Joah son of Joahaz, the recorder, to repair the house of the LORD his God. / So they went to Hilkiah the high priest and gave him the money that had been brought into the house of God, which the Levites who guarded the doors had collected from the people of Manasseh and Ephraim, from all the remnant of Israel, from all Judah and Benjamin, and from the people of Jerusalem. / They put it into the hands of those supervising the work in the house of the LORD, who in turn gave it to the workmen restoring and repairing the house of the LORD. ...

1 Kings 15:14
The high places were not removed, but Asa’s heart was fully devoted to the LORD all his days.

2 Kings 22:3-7
Now in the eighteenth year of his reign, King Josiah sent the scribe, Shaphan son of Azaliah, the son of Meshullam, to the house of the LORD, saying, / “Go up to Hilkiah the high priest and have him count the money that has been brought into the house of the LORD, which the doorkeepers have collected from the people. / And let them deliver it into the hands of the supervisors of those doing the work on the house of the LORD, who in turn are to give it to the workmen repairing the damages to the house of the LORD— ...

2 Chronicles 29:10
Now it is in my heart to make a covenant with the LORD, the God of Israel, so that His fierce anger will turn away from us.

2 Chronicles 31:21
He acted with all his heart in every work that he began in the service of the house of God, and in the law and the commandments, in order to seek his God. And so he prospered.

2 Chronicles 35:20
After all this, when Josiah had set the temple in order, Neco king of Egypt marched up to fight at Carchemish by the Euphrates, and Josiah went out to confront him.

1 Chronicles 22:19
Now set your heart and soul to seek the LORD your God. Begin building the sanctuary of the LORD God, so that you may bring the ark of the covenant of the LORD and the holy articles of God into the temple that will be built for the Name of the LORD.”

1 Chronicles 29:3
Moreover, because of my delight in the house of my God, I now give for it my personal treasures of gold and silver, over and above all that I have provided for this holy temple:

Ezra 3:7
They gave money to the masons and carpenters, and food and drink and oil to the people of Sidon and Tyre to bring cedar logs from Lebanon to Joppa by sea, as authorized by Cyrus king of Persia.

Nehemiah 10:32-39
We also place ourselves under the obligation to contribute a third of a shekel yearly for the service of the house of our God: / for the showbread, for the regular grain offerings and burnt offerings, for the Sabbath offerings, for the New Moons and appointed feasts, for the holy offerings, for the sin offerings to make atonement for Israel, and for all the duties of the house of our God. / We have cast lots among the priests, Levites, and people for the donation of wood by our families at the appointed times each year. They are to bring it to the house of our God to burn on the altar of the LORD our God, as it is written in the Law. ...

Isaiah 58:12
Your people will rebuild the ancient ruins; you will restore the age-old foundations; you will be called Repairer of the Breach, Restorer of the Streets of Dwelling.

Haggai 1:4-8
“Is it a time for you yourselves to live in your paneled houses, while this house lies in ruins?” / Now this is what the LORD of Hosts says: “Consider carefully your ways. / You have planted much but harvested little. You eat but never have enough. You drink but never have your fill. You put on clothes but never get warm. You earn wages to put into a bag pierced through.” ...


Treasury of Scripture

And it came to pass after this, that Joash was minded to repair the house of the LORD.

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2 Chronicles 24:5-7
And he gathered together the priests and the Levites, and said to them, Go out unto the cities of Judah, and gather of all Israel money to repair the house of your God from year to year, and see that ye hasten the matter. Howbeit the Levites hastened it not…

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2 Chronicles 24
1. Joash reigns well all the days of Jehoiada
4. He gives order for the repair of the temple
15. Jehoiada's death and honorable burial
17. Joash, falling into idolatry, slays Zechariah the son of Jehoiada
23. Joash is spoiled by the Syrians, and slain by Zabad and Jehozabad
27. Amaziah succeeds him














Some time later
This phrase indicates a passage of time, suggesting a period of reflection or maturation in Joash's reign. Historically, Joash became king at a young age, and this phrase implies that he has reached a point of greater understanding and responsibility. The Hebrew context often uses time markers to denote significant shifts in narrative or character development, emphasizing that Joash's decision was not impulsive but considered.

Joash
Joash, also known as Jehoash, was the king of Judah who ascended to the throne as a child. His reign is marked by the influence of Jehoiada the priest, who guided him in the ways of the LORD. Joash's name means "given by the LORD," reflecting the divine providence in his survival and kingship. His account is a testament to God's faithfulness in preserving the Davidic line, despite the attempts of Athaliah to destroy it.

set his heart
This phrase signifies a deliberate and heartfelt decision. In Hebrew, the heart is often seen as the seat of will and intention, not just emotion. Joash's decision to repair the temple was not merely a duty but a deep, personal commitment. It reflects a spiritual awakening or renewal, where Joash aligns his desires with God's purposes, demonstrating a sincere devotion to the LORD.

on repairing
The act of repairing implies restoration and renewal. The Hebrew root for "repair" can also mean to strengthen or make firm. This suggests that Joash's intent was not only to restore the physical structure but to reinforce the spiritual foundation of Judah. The temple, as the center of worship, needed to reflect the glory and holiness of God, and Joash's actions symbolize a return to proper worship and reverence.

the house of the LORD
The temple in Jerusalem, referred to as the house of the LORD, was the central place of worship for the Israelites. It was a symbol of God's presence among His people. Over time, due to neglect and idolatry, the temple had fallen into disrepair. Joash's initiative to repair it underscores the importance of maintaining a place dedicated to the worship of God. It serves as a reminder of the need for spiritual upkeep in our own lives, ensuring that our hearts remain a fitting dwelling for the LORD.

(4) Was minded.--Literally, it became with the heart of Joash (2Chronicles 6:8; 2Chronicles 9:1; 1Kings 8:18).

To repair.--See margin to 2Chronicles 15:8. "To restore" is perhaps the best modern equivalent of the Hebrew term. The account of the restoration of the Temple is given here in different language from what we find in the parallel passage, which is not very clear.

The chronicler appears to have paraphrased the account he found in his authority. The Levites are not mentioned in Kings.

Verse 4. - To repair. The idea of this verb (חָדַשׁ) is that of making new.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Some time later,
וַיְהִ֖י (way·hî)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be

Joash
יוֹאָ֔שׁ (yō·w·’āš)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3101: Joash

set
הָיָה֙ (hā·yāh)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be

his heart
לֵ֣ב (lêḇ)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3820: The heart, the feelings, the will, the intellect, centre

on repairing
לְחַדֵּ֖שׁ (lə·ḥad·dêš)
Preposition-l | Verb - Piel - Infinitive construct
Strong's 2318: To be new, to rebuild

the house
בֵּ֥ית (bêṯ)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1004: A house

of the LORD.
יְהוָֽה׃ (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel


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