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.