John Gill's Bible Commentary Ver. 5. The gold for things of gold, the silver for things of silver , etc.] The one for what was to be overlaid with gold, the other for what was to be overlaid with silver: and for all manner of work to be made by the hands of artificers; what remained was to be made use of in employing artificers in making vessels for the temple that were needful: and who then is willing to consecrate his service this day unto the Lord; or fill his hand? f149 and give largely and liberally towards building an house for the service and worship, honour and glory, of God; and David, having set so good an example, could with the better grace recommend the good work to his nobles and people, and which had its desired effect, as follows.
Matthew Henry Commentary
Verses 1-9 - What is done in works of piety and charity, should be done willingly not by constraint; for God loves a cheerful giver. David set a goo example. This David offered, not from constraint, or for show; but because he had set his affection to the house of God, and thought he could never do enough towards promoting that good work. Those who woul draw others to good, must lead the way themselves.
Original Hebrew לזהב2091 לזהב2091 ולכסף3701 לכסף3701 ולכל3605 מלאכה4399 ביד3027 חרשׁים2796 ומי4310 מתנדב5068 למלאות4390 ידו3027 היום3117 ליהוה׃3068
