2 Chronicles 31:14 Meaning and Explanation
“And Kore the son of Imnah the Levite, the porter toward the east, was over the freewill offerings of God, to distribute the oblations of the LORD, and the most holy things.”
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Read Full Chapter →Kore, the eastern gate keeper, oversees voluntary offerings and the most sacred temple items.
The Context of 2 Chronicles 31:14
A trusted Levite manages the stream of voluntary offerings and sacred items.
What Does 2 Chronicles 31:14 Mean?
Kore, already serving as a porter or gatekeeper at the east entrance of the temple, received the additional responsibility of overseeing freewill offerings—the voluntary, spontaneous gifts brought by worshippers beyond the required tithes. This gave him custodianship of items brought in loving response to God, as well as distribution authority over the obligatory offerings and the most holy things reserved for the priesthood. His position at the gate made him ideally situated to receive offerings as people entered.
Assigning the gatekeeping role to someone who also oversaw offerings created a continuous flow from reception to distribution. Kore stood at the boundary between the people's approach and the sacred space, managing both voluntary and obligatory worship. The 'most holy things'—items of utmost sanctity—required scrupulous handling. Entrusting these to Kore showed confidence in his integrity and his understanding of what was sacred and how to preserve its proper use.
Frequently Asked Questions About 2 Chronicles 31:14
What does 2 Chronicles 31:14 mean?
Kore, the eastern gate keeper, oversees voluntary offerings and the most sacred temple items.
What is the context of 2 Chronicles 31:14?
A trusted Levite manages the stream of voluntary offerings and sacred items.