Lux Domini
Behold, thou hast heard what the kings of Assyria have done to all lands, by destroying them utterly: and shalt thou be delivered?

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Interpretation

Prayer is the never-failing resource of the tempted Christian, whether struggling with outward difficulties or inward foes. At the mercy-seat of his almighty Friend he opens his heart, spreads his case, like Hezekiah, and makes his appeal.

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This thought runs through 2 Kings 19:11-13.

Glossary

Assyria Place
Biblical region. Modern identification: Nineveh.