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E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - 2 Kings 20:9

degrees. It is to these degrees that Hezekiah's fifteen Songs refer (Psa 120 - 134). The word "degrees" is repeated here six times (in the history), but five times in Isaiah's gracious words ( 2Ki 38:8 ). read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 2 Kings 20:1-11

6. Hezekiah’s illness and recovery 20:1-11"In those days" (2 Kings 20:1) refers to the year Sennacherib threatened Jerusalem (701 B.C.) since Hezekiah died 15 years later in 686 B.C. His response to his illness was proper. He sought help from Yahweh primarily (2 Kings 20:2). God had promised long life to the godly under the Mosaic Covenant, and that promise was the basis of Hezekiah’s appeal and God’s answer. Fig poultices were a common treatment in the ancient world as a remedy for boils.... read more

John Dummelow

John Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible - 2 Kings 20:1-21

Hezekiah’s Sickness and Recovery1. In those days] The incidents related in this chapter probably took place before Sennacherib’s invasion, for (a) the deliverance from the Assyrians is still future (2 Kings 20:6); (b) Hezekiah is in possession of great treasures (2 Kings 20:13), which could scarcely have been the case after the surrender described in 2 Kings 18:14-15; (c) Merodach Baladan, king of Babylon, was driven from his throne before Sennacherib attacked Judah. Chronologically, therefore,... read more

Charles John Ellicott

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - 2 Kings 20:9

(9) Shall the shadow go forward ten degrees, or go back ten degrees?—Rather, the shadow hath marched (or travelled) ten steps; shall it return ten steps? This is what the Hebrew text seems to say at a first glance. But Hezekiah’s answer apparently implies an alternative; and we might render: “the shadow shall have travelled ten steps; or shall it return ten steps?” (Comp. the LXX. πορεύσεται.) The Targum has: “shall the shadow march ten hours or return ten hours?” The Vulgate also makes it a... read more

William Nicoll

Expositor's Bible Commentary - 2 Kings 20:1-19

HEZEKIAH’S SICKNESS, AND THE EMBASSY FROM BABYLON2 Kings 20:1-19"Thou hast loved me out of the pit of nothingness,"- Isaiah 38:17 (A.V, margin)"See the shadow of the dial In the lot of every one Marks the passing of the trial, Proves the presence of the Sun."- E.B. BROWNINGIN the chaos of uncertainties which surrounds the chronology of King Hezekiah’s reign, it is impossible to fix a precise date to the sickness which almost brought him to the grave. It has, however, been conjectured by some... read more

Arno Clemens Gaebelein

Arno Gaebelein's Annotated Bible - 2 Kings 20:1-21

3. Hezekiah’s Illness, Recovery, Failure, and Death CHAPTER 20 1. Hezekiah’s illness and recovery (2 Kings 20:1-11 ; 2 Chronicles 32:24 ) 2. Hezekiah’s failure (2 Kings 20:12-19 ; 2 Chronicles 32:25-31 ) 3. The death of Hezekiah (2 Kings 20:20-21 ; 2 Chronicles 32:32-33 ) Hezekiah’s sickness must have occurred about the second invasion of the Assyrian. Then the prophet Isaiah delivered to him the message of approaching death. “Thus saith the LORD, Set thine house in order, for thou... read more

L.M. Grant

L. M. Grant's Commentary on the Bible - 2 Kings 20:1-21

FIFTEEN YEARS ADDED TO HEZEKIAH'S LIFE (vv.1-11) "In those days was Hezekiah sick and near death" (v.1). This took place about the time that Assyria captured the fortified cities of Judah (ch.18:13), for Hezekiah had reigned 14 years at that time. Since he reigned 29 years in Jerusalem altogether, then the 15 added years began at the time of the invasion of the king of Assyria. God is wise in the way He has these things reported. If He had intertwined the history of Hezekiah's sickness with... read more

James Gray

James Gray's Concise Bible Commentary - 2 Kings 20:1-21

JUDAH UNDER HEZEKIAH A SUMMARY OF THE REIGN (2 Kings 18:1-8 ) For a more extensive history of this good reign compare 2 Chronicles 29-32, and also Isaiah 36-39. In the first eight verses we have the usual summary like that of Ahaz (16:1-4), after which follows in detail the chief events of the reign. The summary contains the age and period of the king (2 Kings 18:1-2 ); his attitude toward the true worship (2 Kings 18:3-4 ); a reference to the spirit animating his life and conduct (2 Kings... read more

Joseph Parker

The People's Bible by Joseph Parker - 2 Kings 20:1-21

2 Kings 20:0 1. In those days was Hezekiah sick unto death. And the prophet Isaiah the son of Amoz came to him, and said unto him, Thus saith the Lord, Set thine house in order [Heb., give charge concerning thine house]: for thou shalt die, and not live. 2. Then he turned his face to the wall [And he turned his face round ( 1Ki 21:4 ). He did so to avoid being disturbed in his prayer], and prayed unto the Lord, saying [Heb., with a great weeping], 3. I beseech thee, O Lord, remember now how I... read more

Robert Hawker

Hawker's Poor Man's Commentary - 2 Kings 20:7-11

We can hardly say on this occasion which to admire most, the want of faith in Hezekiah, in asking a sign, or the abundant grace of the Lord in granting one by way of confirming his sacred word. Surely, Hezekiah, it was enough that the Lord promised. But, alas are we not all incredulous and unbelieving upon a thousand less occasions? I stay not to attempt explaining how this sign was accomplished. Subjects of mere curiosity, or amusement, come not within the design of this humble Commentary. I... read more