2 Kings 22:7
2 Kings 22:7 in Multiple Translations
But they need not account for the money put into their hands, since they work with integrity.”
Howbeit there was no reckoning made with them of the money that was delivered into their hand, because they dealt faithfully.
Howbeit there was no reckoning made with them of the money that was delivered into their hand; for they dealt faithfully.
They did not have to give any account of the money which was handed to them, for they made use of it with good faith.
Don't ask for any accounts from the men who received the money because they deal honestly.”
Howebeit, let no rekoning bee made with them of the money, that is deliuered into their hand: for they deale faithfully.
only, the silver that is given into their hand is not reckoned with them, for in faithfulness they are dealing.
However, no accounting shall be asked of them for the money delivered into their hand, for they deal faithfully.”
But there was no reckoning made with them of the money that was delivered into their hand, because they dealt faithfully.
But let there be no reckoning made with them of the money which they receive, but let them have it in their power, and in their trust.
But the men who supervise the work will not be required to make a report on the money that is given to them, saying what they spent it for, because those men are completely honest.”
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Kings 22:7
BAB
Word Study
Hover over any word to see its amplified meaning. Click a word to explore its full definition and translation comparisons.
Amplified text is generated using scripting to tie together English translations for comparison. Always refer to the core BSB translation and original Hebrew/Greek text for accuracy. Anomalies may occur.
2 Kings 22:7 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
אַ֚ךְ
לֹא
יֵחָשֵׁ֣ב
אִתָּ֔/ם
הַ/כֶּ֖סֶף
הַ/נִּתָּ֣ן
עַל
יָדָ֑/ם
כִּ֥י
בֶ/אֱמוּנָ֖ה
הֵ֥ם
עֹשִֽׂים
אַ֚ךְ
ʼak
H389
surely
DirObjM
לֹא
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
יֵחָשֵׁ֣ב
châshab
H2803
to devise
V-Niphal-Imperf-3ms
אִתָּ֔/ם
ʼêth
H854
with
Prep | Suff
הַ/כֶּ֖סֶף
keçeph
H3701
silver
Art | N-ms
הַ/נִּתָּ֣ן
nâthan
H5414
to give
Art | V-Niphal-Inf-c
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
יָדָ֑/ם
yâd
H3027
hand
N-cs | Suff
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
בֶ/אֱמוּנָ֖ה
ʼĕmûwnâh
H530
faithfulness
Prep | N-fs
הֵ֥ם
hêm
H1992
they(masc.)
Pron
עֹשִֽׂים
ʻâsâh
H6213
to make
V-Qal
Hebrew Word Study
Select any word above to explore its original meaning, root, and usage across Scripture.
Use ← → arrow keys to navigate between words.
Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Kings 22:7
אַ֚ךְ
ʼak
H389
"surely"
DirObjM
This Hebrew word is used to emphasize something, like saying 'surely' or 'certainly'. It can also be used to limit or restrict something, like saying 'only' or 'but'.
Definition: 1) indeed, surely (emphatic) 2) howbeit, only, but, yet (restrictive)
Usage: Occurs in 157 OT verses. KJV: also, in any wise, at least, but, certainly, even, howbeit, nevertheless, notwithstanding, only, save, surely, of a surety, truly, verily, [phrase] wherefore, yet (but). See also: Genesis 7:23; 2 Kings 23:35; Psalms 23:6.
לֹא
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
יֵחָשֵׁ֣ב
châshab
H2803
"to devise"
V-Niphal-Imperf-3ms
To devise means to think or plan something, often in a clever way. In the Bible, it can mean to plot or contrive, as seen in the story of David and Goliath.
Definition: : count/regard_as 1) to think, plan, esteem, calculate, invent, make a judgment, imagine, count 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to think, account 1a2) to plan, devise, mean 1a3) to charge, impute, reckon 1a4) to esteem, value, regard 1a5) to invent 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be accounted, be thought, be esteemed 1b2) to be computed, be reckoned 1b3) to be imputed 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to think upon, consider, be mindful of 1c2) to think to do, devise, plan 1c3) to count, reckon 1d) (Hithpael) to be considered
Usage: Occurs in 122 OT verses. KJV: (make) account (of), conceive, consider, count, cunning (man, work, workman), devise, esteem, find out, forecast, hold, imagine, impute, invent, be like, mean, purpose, reckon(-ing be made), regard, think. See also: Genesis 15:6; Psalms 35:4; Psalms 10:2.
אִתָּ֔/ם
ʼêth
H854
"with"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew preposition means 'with' or 'near', indicating a close relationship or physical proximity. It's used in Genesis 1:26 to describe God's relationship with humanity, and in many other places to show connection or closeness.
Definition: 1) with, near, together with 1a) with, together with 1b) with (of relationship) 1c) near (of place) 1d) with (poss.) 1e) from...with, from (with other prep)
Usage: Occurs in 787 OT verses. KJV: against, among, before, by, for, from, in(-to), (out) of, with. Often with another prepositional prefix. See also: Genesis 4:1; Genesis 42:32; Numbers 1:5.
הַ/כֶּ֖סֶף
keçeph
H3701
"silver"
Art | N-ms
Silver or money, often referring to payment or wealth, like the silver talents in Matthew 25. It can also describe silver as a valuable metal or ornament.
Definition: : money/payment/silver 1) silver, money 1a) silver 1a1) as metal 1a2) as ornament 1a3) as colour 1b) money, shekels, talents
Usage: Occurs in 343 OT verses. KJV: money, price, silver(-ling). See also: Genesis 13:2; Numbers 22:18; 2 Chronicles 1:17.
הַ/נִּתָּ֣ן
nâthan
H5414
"to give"
Art | V-Niphal-Inf-c
This word means to give, put, or set something, with a wide range of applications. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, describing God's actions and human interactions. The word is used to convey giving, selling, or exchanging something.
Definition: : give/deliver/send/produce 1) to give, put, set 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to give, bestow, grant, permit, ascribe, employ, devote, consecrate, dedicate, pay wages, sell, exchange, lend, commit, entrust, give over, deliver up, yield produce, occasion, produce, requite to, report, mention, utter, stretch out, extend 1a2) to put, set, put on, put upon, set, appoint, assign, designate 1a3) to make, constitute 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be given, be bestowed, be provided, be entrusted to, be granted to, be permitted, be issued, be published, be uttered, be assigned 1b2) to be set, be put, be made, be inflicted 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be given, be bestowed, be given up, be delivered up 1c2) to be put upon
Usage: Occurs in 1816 OT verses. KJV: add, apply, appoint, ascribe, assign, [idiom] avenge, [idiom] be (healed), bestow, bring (forth, hither), cast, cause, charge, come, commit, consider, count, [phrase] cry, deliver (up), direct, distribute, do, [idiom] doubtless, [idiom] without fail, fasten, frame, [idiom] get, give (forth, over, up), grant, hang (up), [idiom] have, [idiom] indeed, lay (unto charge, up), (give) leave, lend, let (out), [phrase] lie, lift up, make, [phrase] O that, occupy, offer, ordain, pay, perform, place, pour, print, [idiom] pull, put (forth), recompense, render, requite, restore, send (out), set (forth), shew, shoot forth (up), [phrase] sing, [phrase] slander, strike, (sub-) mit, suffer, [idiom] surely, [idiom] take, thrust, trade, turn, utter, [phrase] weep, [phrase] willingly, [phrase] withdraw, [phrase] would (to) God, yield. See also: Genesis 1:17; Genesis 40:21; Exodus 30:12.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
יָדָ֑/ם
yâd
H3027
"hand"
N-cs | Suff
In the Bible, 'yad' refers to an open hand, symbolizing power or direction. It can also mean strength or a part of something, like a side or a share. The word is used in many contexts, including anatomy and everyday life.
Definition: : hand/arm[anatomy] 1) hand 1a) hand (of man) 1b) strength, power (fig.) 1c) side (of land), part, portion (metaph.) (fig.) 1d) (various special, technical senses) 1d1) sign, monument 1d2) part, fractional part, share 1d3) time, repetition 1d4) axle-trees, axle 1d5) stays, support (for laver) 1d6) tenons (in tabernacle) 1d7) a phallus, a hand (meaning unsure) 1d8) wrists
Usage: Occurs in 1446 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] be) able, [idiom] about, [phrase] armholes, at, axletree, because of, beside, border, [idiom] bounty, [phrase] broad, (broken-) handed, [idiom] by, charge, coast, [phrase] consecrate, [phrase] creditor, custody, debt, dominion, [idiom] enough, [phrase] fellowship, force, [idiom] from, hand(-staves, -y work), [idiom] he, himself, [idiom] in, labour, [phrase] large, ledge, (left-) handed, means, [idiom] mine, ministry, near, [idiom] of, [idiom] order, ordinance, [idiom] our, parts, pain, power, [idiom] presumptuously, service, side, sore, state, stay, draw with strength, stroke, [phrase] swear, terror, [idiom] thee, [idiom] by them, [idiom] themselves, [idiom] thine own, [idiom] thou, through, [idiom] throwing, [phrase] thumb, times, [idiom] to, [idiom] under, [idiom] us, [idiom] wait on, (way-) side, where, [phrase] wide, [idiom] with (him, me, you), work, [phrase] yield, [idiom] yourselves. See also: Genesis 3:22; Exodus 7:19; Leviticus 14:22.
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
בֶ/אֱמוּנָ֖ה
ʼĕmûwnâh
H530
"faithfulness"
Prep | N-fs
The Hebrew word for faithfulness, meaning firmness, security, or fidelity. It describes being steady and trustworthy, as seen in the KJV translations of faith, stability, and truth. This concept is essential in the Bible, particularly in relationships and commitments.
Definition: firmness, fidelity, steadfastness, steadiness
Usage: Occurs in 49 OT verses. KJV: faith(-ful, -ly, -ness, (man)), set office, stability, steady, truly, truth, verily. See also: Exodus 17:12; Psalms 89:50; Psalms 33:4.
הֵ֥ם
hêm
H1992
"they(masc.)"
Pron
This Hebrew word is used to refer to a group of men, emphasizing that it is specifically them. It is often translated as 'they' or 'them' in the Bible, and appears in books like Exodus and Isaiah.
Definition: they, these, the same, who
Usage: Occurs in 524 OT verses. KJV: it, like, [idiom] (how, so) many (soever, more as) they (be), (the) same, [idiom] so, [idiom] such, their, them, these, they, those, which, who, whom, withal, ye. See also: Genesis 3:7; Deuteronomy 19:17; 2 Kings 1:18.
עֹשִֽׂים
ʻâsâh
H6213
"to make"
V-Qal
This verb means to make or do something, and is used over 2,600 times in the Bible. It is first used in Genesis 1:7 to describe God's creation of the world and is also used in Exodus 31:5 to describe the work of skilled craftsmen.
Definition: : make(OBJECT) 1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to do, work, make, produce 1a1a) to do 1a1b) to work 1a1c) to deal (with) 1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect 1a2) to make 1a2a) to make 1a2b) to produce 1a2c) to prepare 1a2d) to make (an offering) 1a2e) to attend to, put in order 1a2f) to observe, celebrate 1a2g) to acquire (property) 1a2h) to appoint, ordain, institute 1a2i) to bring about 1a2j) to use 1a2k) to spend, pass 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be done 1b2) to be made 1b3) to be produced 1b4) to be offered 1b5) to be observed 1b6) to be used 1c) (Pual) to be made
Usage: Occurs in 2286 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 34:19; Exodus 18:24.
Study Notes — 2 Kings 22:7
Show Verse Quote Highlights
- Context
- Cross References
- 2 Kings 22:7 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 22:7
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Kings 22:7
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Kings 22:7
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 22:7
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 22:7
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 22:7
- Barnes' Notes on 2 Kings 22:7
- Whedon's Commentary on 2 Kings 22:7
- Sermons on 2 Kings 22:7
Context — Funding the Temple Repairs
5And 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—
6to the carpenters, builders, and masons—to buy timber and dressed stone to repair the temple.
7But they need not account for the money put into their hands, since they work with integrity.”
8Then Hilkiah the high priest said to Shaphan the scribe, “I have found the Book of the Law in the house of the LORD!” And he gave it to Shaphan, who read it. 9And Shaphan the scribe went to the king and reported, “Your servants have paid out the money that was found in the temple and have put it into the hands of the workers and supervisors of the house of the LORD.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 Kings 12:15 | No accounting was required from the men who received the money to pay the workmen, because they acted with integrity. |
| 2 | 1 Corinthians 4:2 | Now it is required of stewards that they be found faithful. |
| 3 | Nehemiah 7:2 | Then I put my brother Hanani in charge of Jerusalem, along with Hananiah the commander of the fortress, because he was a faithful man who feared God more than most. |
| 4 | 2 Corinthians 8:20–21 | We hope to avoid any criticism of the way we administer this generous gift. For we are taking great care to do what is right, not only in the eyes of the Lord, but also in the eyes of men. |
| 5 | Proverbs 28:20 | A faithful man will abound with blessings, but one eager to be rich will not go unpunished. |
| 6 | 2 Chronicles 24:14 | When they were finished, they brought the rest of the money to the king and Jehoiada to make with it the articles for the house of the LORD—utensils for the service and for the burnt offerings, dishes, and other objects of gold and silver. Throughout the days of Jehoiada, burnt offerings were presented regularly in the house of the LORD. |
| 7 | Luke 16:10–12 | Whoever is faithful with very little will also be faithful with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much. So if you have not been faithful with worldly wealth, who will entrust you with true riches? And if you have not been faithful with the belongings of another, who will give you belongings of your own? |
| 8 | 3 John 1:5 | Beloved, you are faithful in what you are doing for the brothers, and especially since they are strangers to you. |
| 9 | 2 Timothy 2:2 | And the things that you have heard me say among many witnesses, entrust these to faithful men who will be qualified to teach others as well. |
| 10 | Exodus 36:5–6 | and said to Moses, “The people are bringing more than enough for doing the work the LORD has commanded us to do.” After Moses had given an order, they sent a proclamation throughout the camp: “No man or woman should make anything else as an offering for the sanctuary.” So the people were restrained from bringing more, |
2 Kings 22:7 Summary
This verse, Second Kings 22:7, shows that when people work with integrity, they can be trusted with important responsibilities, like handling money for the temple repairs. It's like what the Bible says in Proverbs 10:9, that 'whoever walks in integrity walks securely.' When we demonstrate honesty and trustworthiness, others can have confidence in us, just like King Josiah had confidence in the supervisors of the temple work. This is an important lesson for all of us, whether we're leaders or not, to prioritize integrity and faithfulness in our daily lives, as taught in First Corinthians 4:2 and Matthew 25:14-30.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to work with integrity in Second Kings 22:7?
Working with integrity means being trustworthy and honest in all actions and decisions, as seen in the supervisors of the temple repair work, and is a key characteristic of godly leaders, as also emphasized in Proverbs 10:9 and First Timothy 3:2-3.
Why were the workers not required to account for the money in Second Kings 22:7?
The workers were not required to account for the money because they had demonstrated their trustworthiness and integrity, allowing King Josiah to have confidence in their handling of the funds, much like the principle of stewardship in First Corinthians 4:2.
Is this verse suggesting that all leaders should trust their workers without accountability?
No, Second Kings 22:7 is not suggesting a lack of accountability, but rather highlights the importance of integrity and trustworthiness in leadership, as also seen in Exodus 18:21 and Acts 6:3, where leaders are chosen for their character and faithfulness.
How does this verse relate to modern-day leadership and management?
This verse emphasizes the value of integrity and trust in leadership, encouraging leaders to prioritize character and faithfulness in their decision-making and management, as also taught in Matthew 25:14-30 and First Peter 4:10.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I can demonstrate integrity and trustworthiness, like the workers in Second Kings 22:7?
- How can I cultivate a deeper sense of trust and confidence in my relationships, whether personal or professional?
- What are some biblical principles that guide my understanding of leadership and management, and how can I apply them in my own life?
- In what ways can I prioritize character and faithfulness in my decision-making and interactions with others?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 22:7
Howbeit, there was no reckoning made with them of the money that was delivered into their hand,.... No account was kept between the high priest, and the king's scribe who delivered the money and the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Kings 22:7
Go up to Hilkiah the high priest, that he may sum the silver which is brought into the house of the LORD, which the keepers of the door have gathered of the people: No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Kings 22:7
i.e. Because it was found by experience that they dealt faithfully. Verbs signifying the being of a thing are oft put for the manifestation of it.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 22:7
2 Kings 22:7 Howbeit there was no reckoning made with them of the money that was delivered into their hand, because they dealt faithfully.Ver. 7. Howbeit there was no reckoning.] Or, Let there be no reckoning made with them of the money: for they will deal faithfully. See Nehemiah 7:2.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 22:7
(7) Howbeit there was.—Only let there be. The words of 2 Kings 22:6-7 are part of the royal mandate. That was delivered . . . they dealt.—That is given . . . they deal. In 2 Kings 12:14; 2 Kings 12:16 the same construction is used in a different sense. (See the Notes there.)
Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 22:7
7. no reckoning made with them] Compare the almost exactly similar account in 2 Kings 12:15. There is no doubt that over such labours the hearts of men are enlarged and they work from love of what they are doing, and so can be trusted to lay out all money to the best advantage, and often to supplement with their own what has been put into their hands. From such overseers to ask an account would be an insult. The Chronicler, as if drawing from official reports, preserves the names of these overseers.
Barnes' Notes on 2 Kings 22:7
They dealt faithfully - Compare the marginal reference. The names of these honest overseers are given in Chronicles 2 Chronicles 34:12.
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Kings 22:7
7. No reckoning — See 2 Kings 12:15.
Sermons on 2 Kings 22:7
| Sermon | Description | |
|---|---|---|
|
Through the Bible - 1 Corinthians - Part 1 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being faithful stewards of Christ. He highlights the need to do what God has specifically called us to do, rather than gett |
|
|
Winning God's Approval - Part 7 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of serving the Lord sacrificially and unselfishly. He highlights the need for believers to listen to God and do what He tells |
|
|
Listening, Unburdening and Worshipping by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a disciplined tongue and using words to help needy people. He encourages listeners to wake up in the morning and lis |
|
|
Understanding Dead Works by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of understanding and following God's ways as demonstrated by Jesus. It highlights the need to listen to God, wait on Him, and do exactly as He |
|
Paul Before Agrippa - Part 4 by Joshua Daniel | This sermon emphasizes the importance of faithfulness, constancy, and stability in relationships, drawing parallels between human vows and God's faithfulness. It highlights the nee |
|
Responsibilities of Mothers by Rachel Weaver | In this sermon transcript, Mrs. Tawake discusses the importance of teaching and organizing our lives while incorporating the word of God. She emphasizes the simplicity of teaching |
|
|
Stewardship - Part 5 by David Adams | In this sermon, the speaker acknowledges the abundance of material to cover and the need to condense it. They emphasize the importance of being faithful stewards of the ministries |