2 Kings 20:21

And Hezekiah slept with his fathers: and Manasseh his son reigned in his stead.

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Interpretation

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.

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This thought runs through 2 Kings 20:20-21.

2 Kings 20:20 2 Kings 20:21

Glossary

Hezekiah Person: Whom Jehovah has strengthened. (1. ) Son of Ahaz ( 2 Kings 18:1 ; 2 Chr. 29:1 ), whom he succeeded on the throne of the kingdom of Judah. He reigned twenty-nine years (B. C. 726-697).