2 Kings 12:16
The trespass money and sin money was not brought into the house of the Lord: it was the priests’.
Cross-reference
Leviticus 5:15–18
Historical context
Leviticus 5:15-18 provides the law for trespass offerings, explaining the source of the 'trespass money' given to priests.
Leviticus 7:7
Historical context
Leviticus 7:7 states the sin and trespass offerings belong to the priest, clarifying why that money was for priests.
Numbers 5:8–10
Historical context
Numbers 5:8-10 details the priest's portion of restitution and trespass offerings, the basis for the priests’ claim here.
Numbers 18:9
Historical context
Numbers 18:9 specifies the holy offerings for priests, including sin and trespass, matching the money they received.
Hosea 4:8
Contrast
Hosea 4:8 condemns priests who crave sin offerings, contrasting the simple allotment here with their corrupt desire.