2 Chronicles 32:11
2 Chronicles 32:11 in Multiple Translations
Is not Hezekiah misleading you to give you over to death by famine and thirst when he says, ‘The LORD our God will deliver us from the hand of the king of Assyria?’
Doth not Hezekiah persuade you to give over yourselves to die by famine and by thirst, saying, The LORD our God shall deliver us out of the hand of the king of Assyria?
Doth not Hezekiah persuade you, to give you over to die by famine and by thirst, saying, Jehovah our God will deliver us out of the hand of the king of Assyria?
Is it not Hezekiah who has got you to do it, causing your death from need of food and water, by saying, The Lord our God will give us salvation out of the hands of the king of Assyria?
Can't you see that in reality Hezekiah is telling you to die from starvation and thirst when he tells you, ‘The Lord our God will save us from the king of Assyria’?
Doeth not Hezekiah entice you to giue ouer your selues vnto death by famine and by thirst, saying, The Lord our God shall deliuer vs out of the hande of the King of Asshur?
'Is not Hezekiah persuading you, to give you up to die by famine, and by thirst, saying, Jehovah our God doth deliver us from the hand of the king of Asshur?
Doesn’t Hezekiah persuade you to give you over to die by famine and by thirst, saying, ‘The LORD our God will deliver us out of the hand of the king of Assyria’?
Doth not Hezekiah persuade you to give over yourselves to die by famine and by thirst, saying, The LORD our God will deliver us out of the hand of the king of Assyria?
Doth not Ezechias deceive you, to give you up to die by hunger and thirst, affirming that the Lord your God shall deliver you from the hand of the king of the Assyrians?
Hezekiah says to you, “Yahweh our God will save us from being defeated by the army of the king of Assyria,” but he is misleading you. He wants you to die from having no food or water.
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Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 32:11
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- 2 Chronicles 32:11 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 32:11
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 32:11
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:11
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- Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 32:11
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Context — Sennacherib Threatens Jerusalem
11Is not Hezekiah misleading you to give you over to death by famine and thirst when he says, ‘The LORD our God will deliver us from the hand of the king of Assyria?’
12Did not Hezekiah himself remove His high places and His altars and say to Judah and Jerusalem, ‘You must worship before one altar, and on it you shall burn sacrifices’? 13Do you not know what I and my fathers have done to all the peoples of the lands? Have the gods of these nations ever been able to deliver their land from my hand?Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Matthew 27:43 | He trusts in God. Let God deliver Him now if He wants Him. For He said, ‘I am the Son of God.’” |
| 2 | Psalms 11:1–3 | In the LORD I take refuge. How then can you say to me: “Flee like a bird to your mountain! For behold, the wicked bend their bows. They set their arrow on the string to shoot from the shadows at the upright in heart. If the foundations are destroyed, what can the righteous do?” |
| 3 | Isaiah 36:18 | Do not let Hezekiah mislead you when he says, ‘The LORD will deliver us.’ Has the god of any nation ever delivered his land from the hand of the king of Assyria? |
| 4 | Isaiah 36:12 | But the Rabshakeh replied, “Has my master sent me to speak these words only to you and your master, and not to the men sitting on the wall, who are destined with you to eat their own dung and drink their own urine?” |
| 5 | Psalms 3:2 | Many say of me, “God will not deliver him.” Selah |
| 6 | Psalms 22:8 | “He trusts in the LORD, let the LORD deliver him; let the LORD rescue him, since He delights in him.” |
| 7 | 2 Kings 18:27 | But the Rabshakeh replied, “Has my master sent me to speak these words only to you and your master, and not to the men sitting on the wall, who are destined with you to eat their own dung and drink their own urine?” |
| 8 | Psalms 42:10 | Like the crushing of my bones, my enemies taunt me, while they say to me all day long, “Where is your God?” |
| 9 | 2 Kings 18:30 | Do not let Hezekiah persuade you to trust in the LORD when he says, ‘The LORD will surely deliver us; this city will not be given into the hand of the king of Assyria.’ |
| 10 | Psalms 71:11 | saying, “God has forsaken him; pursue him and seize him, for there is no one to rescue him.” |
2 Chronicles 32:11 Summary
[The king of Assyria is trying to scare King Hezekiah and the people of Judah by telling them that God won't save them, as seen in 2 Chronicles 32:11. He wants them to give up and surrender to his army. But the Bible teaches us to trust in God's power and promises, even when things seem impossible, as seen in Jeremiah 32:17 and Matthew 19:26. We can learn from King Hezekiah's example of faith and trust in God, and apply it to our own lives when we face challenges and uncertainties.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the context of the king of Assyria's message to King Hezekiah?
The king of Assyria is trying to intimidate King Hezekiah and the people of Judah by questioning their confidence in God's deliverance, as seen in 2 Chronicles 32:9-10, and reminding them of his own military conquests, as mentioned in 2 Chronicles 32:13.
Is the king of Assyria's claim that Hezekiah is misleading the people supported by scripture?
No, the Bible presents Hezekiah as a faithful king who trusts in God, as seen in 2 Chronicles 32:20 and Isaiah 37:14-20, where he prays to God for deliverance from the Assyrians.
What is the king of Assyria's goal in sending this message to King Hezekiah?
The king of Assyria's goal is to deceive and intimidate the people of Judah, causing them to doubt God's power and Hezekiah's leadership, and ultimately to surrender to the Assyrian army, as stated in 2 Chronicles 32:11.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of faith and trust in God?
This verse highlights the importance of trusting in God's power and promises, as seen in Psalm 37:3-7 and Proverbs 3:5-6, even in the face of overwhelming opposition and uncertainty.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can be misled by false or deceptive messages, and how can I discern the truth?
- How can I, like King Hezekiah, trust in God's power and promises when faced with challenges and uncertainties?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust in God's deliverance, and how can I apply the principles of this verse to those situations?
- In what ways can I be a source of encouragement and support to others who are facing difficult circumstances, and how can I point them to God's power and promises?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 32:11
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 32:11
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:11
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:11
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 32:11
Sermons on 2 Chronicles 32:11
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(New Covenant) 3. the Foundation of the New Covenant by Miki Hardy | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that Christianity is not just about being poor or rich, but about walking in victory, holiness, righteousness, and love. He highlights the i |
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Having Hope Amidst Great Uncertainty and Fear in Society by Anna Ng | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the urgency of sharing the hope of Christ with the world. He reminds the audience that God has entrusted them with the ministry of reconcili |
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What Can the Righteous Do by Glenn Meldrum | In this sermon, the preacher addresses the mindset of individuals who believe that society is beyond repair and that there is no point in trying to change it. He challenges the ide |
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When the Storm Doesn't Stop by Shane Idleman | Shane Idleman emphasizes the importance of turning to God during life's storms, using David's cries in Psalms 11-13 as a model for expressing our struggles and frustrations. He enc |
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Teetering on Hopelessness by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the profound nature of trust in God, illustrating it as an active leap of faith rather than mere resignation to circumstances. He contrasts true trust, w |







