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Bridgeway Bible Commentary - 2 Kings 20:1-21

Warning concerning Babylon (20:1-21)It seems that the events recorded in 20:1-19 occurred before those recorded in 18:13-19:37. Hezekiah was about to die, but, in answer to his prayer, God promised to extend his life. This was for the purpose of bringing Judah through the time of conflict with Assyria that has just been described (20:1-7). God gave Hezekiah a miraculous sign to prove that he would do what he had promised (8-11).At this time Babylon was increasing in power and was looking for... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 2 Kings 20:12-19

7. The prophecy of Babylonian captivity 20:12-19Merodach-baladan ruled as king of Babylon for two terms, 721-710 and 703-702 B.C. The event recorded in these verses evidently took place in 702 B.C. [Note: John Martin, "Isaiah," in The Bible Knowledge Commentary: Old Testament, p. 1090.] Hezekiah appears to have let his visitors know the extent of Judah’s financial strength because he favored Merodach-baladan and Chaldean affiliation. In pride, as a result of his healing, he evidently wished to... 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

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 20:14-19

Reader! observe how men's punishments rise out of their very sins. Thy backslidings shall correct thee. How little did Hezekiah think that such events should follow. Oh! with what caution ought we to walk through this mutable state of things around us! If the Reader wishes to see the accomplishment of this prophecy of Isaiah, let him turn to the history of the Babylonish captivity about 100 years after. Daniel 1:2-3 , etc. read more

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary on the Bible - 2 Kings 20:12-21

12-21 The king of Babylon was at this time independent of the king of Assyria, though shortly after subdued by him. Hezekiah showed his treasures and armour, and other proofs of his wealth and power. This was the effect of pride and ostentation, and departing from simple reliance on God. He also seems to have missed the opportunity of speaking to the Chaldeans, about Him who had wrought the miracles which excited their attention, and of pointing out to them the absurdity and evil of idolatry.... read more