2 Chronicles 32:20
2 Chronicles 32:20 in Multiple Translations
In response, King Hezekiah and the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz cried out to heaven in prayer,
And for this cause Hezekiah the king, and the prophet Isaiah the son of Amoz, prayed and cried to heaven.
And Hezekiah the king, and Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz, prayed because of this, and cried to heaven.
And Hezekiah the king, and Isaiah the prophet, the son of Amoz, made prayer because of this, crying out to heaven.
King Hezekiah and the prophet Isaiah, son of Amoz, appealed about this in prayer to the God of heaven.
But Hezekiah the King, and the Prophet Isaiah the sonne of Amoz prayed against this and cryed to heauen.
And Hezekiah the king prayeth, and Isaiah son of Amoz the prophet, concerning this, and they cry to the heavens,
Hezekiah the king and Isaiah the prophet, the son of Amoz, prayed because of this, and cried to heaven.
And for this cause Hezekiah the king, and the prophet Isaiah the son of Amoz, prayed and cried to heaven.
And Ezechias the king, and Isaias the prophet the son of Amos, prayed against this blasphemy, and cried out to heaven.
Then King Hezekiah and the prophet Isaiah cried out to God, praying about this.
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2 Chronicles 32:20 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּתְפַּלֵּ֞ל
יְחִזְקִיָּ֣הוּ
הַ/מֶּ֗לֶךְ
וִֽ/ישַֽׁעְיָ֧הוּ
בֶן
אָמ֛וֹץ
הַ/נָּבִ֖יא
עַל
זֹ֑את
וַֽ/יִּזְעֲק֖וּ
הַ/שָּׁמָֽיִם
וַ/יִּתְפַּלֵּ֞ל
pâlal
H6419
to pray
Conj | V-Hithpael-ConsecImperf-3ms
יְחִזְקִיָּ֣הוּ
Chizqîyâh
H2396
Hezekiah
N-proper
הַ/מֶּ֗לֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
Art | N-ms
וִֽ/ישַֽׁעְיָ֧הוּ
Yᵉshaʻyâh
H3470
Jeshaiah
Conj | N-proper
בֶן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
אָמ֛וֹץ
ʼÂmôwts
H531
Amoz
N-proper
הַ/נָּבִ֖יא
nâbîyʼ
H5030
prophet
Art | N-ms
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
זֹ֑את
zôʼth
H2063
this
Pron
וַֽ/יִּזְעֲק֖וּ
zâʻaq
H2199
to cry out
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
הַ/שָּׁמָֽיִם
shâmayim
H8064
heaven
Art | N-mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 32:20
וַ/יִּתְפַּלֵּ֞ל
pâlal
H6419
"to pray"
Conj | V-Hithpael-ConsecImperf-3ms
To pray or intercede, as seen in the Bible when people like Moses and David prayed to God for guidance and help, often using this Hebrew word to describe their actions.
Definition: 1) to intervene, interpose, pray 1a) (Piel) to mediate, judge 1b)(Hithpael) 1b1) to intercede 1b2) to pray
Usage: Occurs in 82 OT verses. KJV: intreat, judge(-ment), (make) pray(-er, -ing), make supplication. See also: Genesis 20:7; 2 Chronicles 6:34; Psalms 5:3.
יְחִזְקִיָּ֣הוּ
Chizqîyâh
H2396
"Hezekiah"
N-proper
Hezekiah was a king of Judah who served Jehovah and removed idolatrous practices. He was the son of Ahaz and Abijah, and a great-great-grandfather of Zephaniah the prophet. His name means Jehovah is my strength.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at Zep.1.1; father of: Amariah (H0568O) § Hezekiah or Hizkiah or Hizkijah = "Jehovah is my strength" 1) 12th king of Judah, son of Ahaz and Abijah; a good king in that he served Jehovah and did away with idolatrous practices 2) great-great-grandfather of Zephaniah the prophet 3) son of Neariah, a descendant of David 4) head of a family of returning exiles in the time of Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 119 OT verses. KJV: Hezekiah, Hizkiah, Hizkijah. Compare H3169 (יְחִזְקִיָּה). See also: 2 Kings 16:20; 2 Chronicles 31:20; Proverbs 25:1.
הַ/מֶּ֗לֶךְ
melek
H4428
"King's"
Art | N-ms
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
וִֽ/ישַֽׁעְיָ֧הוּ
Yᵉshaʻyâh
H3470
"Jeshaiah"
Conj | N-proper
Jeshaiah means 'Jehovah has saved' and is the name of several Israelites, including a son of Hananiah and a chief of the house of Elam, as mentioned in Nehemiah.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.25.3; son of: Jeduthun (H3038); brother of: Obed-edom (H5654), Mattithiah (H4993H), Gedaliah (H1436I), Zeri (H6874), Hashabiah (H2811I) § Isaiah or Jesaiah or Jeshaiah = "Jehovah has saved" 1) son of Hananiah, brother of Pelatiah, and grandson of Zerubbabel 2) a Benjamite 3) son of Athaliah and chief of the house of Elam who returned with Ezra 4) a chief of the descendants of Merari who returned with Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: Isaiah, Jesaiah, Jeshaiah. See also: 2 Kings 19:2; 2 Chronicles 32:32; Isaiah 1:1.
בֶן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
אָמ֛וֹץ
ʼÂmôwts
H531
"Amoz"
N-proper
Amoz was a man in the Bible who lived during the time of the Divided Monarchy, and he was the father of the prophet Isaiah. Isaiah wrote about God's love and judgment in his book.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.19.2; father of: Isaiah (H3470A) § Amoz = "strong" father of Isaiah
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: Amoz. See also: 2 Kings 19:2; Isaiah 1:1; Isaiah 2:1.
הַ/נָּבִ֖יא
nâbîyʼ
H5030
"prophet"
Art | N-ms
A prophet is someone who speaks for God, like a spokesperson. This word is used in the Bible to describe true and false prophets, like those in 1 and 2 Kings.
Definition: 1) spokesman, speaker, prophet 1a) prophet 1b) false prophet 1c) heathen prophet Aramaic equivalent: ne.vi (נְבִיא "prophet" H5029)
Usage: Occurs in 288 OT verses. KJV: prophecy, that prophesy, prophet. See also: Genesis 20:7; 2 Kings 24:2; Psalms 51:2.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
זֹ֑את
zôʼth
H2063
"this"
Pron
This Hebrew word means this or that, often used to point out something specific. It appears in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) this, this one, here, which, this...that, the one...the other, such 1a) (alone) 1a1) this one 1a2) this...that, the one...the other, another 1b) (appos to subst) 1b1) this 1c) (as predicate) 1c1) this, such 1d) (enclitically) 1d1) then 1d2) who, whom 1d3) how now, what now 1d4) what now 1d5) wherefore now 1d6) behold here 1d7) just now 1d8) now, now already 1e) (poetry) 1e1) wherein, which, those who 1f) (with prefixes) 1f1) in this (place) here, then 1f2) on these conditions, herewith, thus provided, by, through this, for this cause, in this matter 1f3) thus and thus 1f4) as follows, things such as these, accordingly, to that effect, in like manner, thus and thus 1f5) from here, hence, on one side...on the other side 1f6) on this account 1f7) in spite of this, which, whence, how
Usage: Occurs in 570 OT verses. KJV: hereby (-in, -with), it, likewise, the one (other, same), she, so (much), such (deed), that, therefore, these, this (thing), thus. See also: Genesis 2:23; Numbers 7:88; Judges 1:27.
וַֽ/יִּזְעֲק֖וּ
zâʻaq
H2199
"to cry out"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
This verb means to cry out for help or announce something publicly, often in a loud voice, like a herald calling people together. It is used in the Bible to describe people crying out to God for aid. It can also mean to summon or assemble people.
Definition: 1) to cry, cry out, call, call for help 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to call (to one's aid) 1a2) to cry, cry out (in need) 1b) (Niphal) to be assembled, be called together, be joined together 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to call, call out, call together, summon 1c2) to make a crying, proclaim 1c3) to have a proclamation made 1c4) to call out to, call out at Aramaic equivalent: ze.iq (זְעִ֑ק "to cry out" H2200)
Usage: Occurs in 72 OT verses. KJV: assemble, call (together), (make a) cry (out), come with such a company, gather (together), cause to be proclaimed. See also: Exodus 2:23; Nehemiah 9:28; Psalms 22:6.
הַ/שָּׁמָֽיִם
shâmayim
H8064
"heaven"
Art | N-mp
The Hebrew word for heaven or sky, it refers to the visible universe and the abode of God. It is often used in the Bible to describe the dwelling place of celestial bodies.
Definition: 1) heaven, heavens, sky 1a) visible heavens, sky 1a1) as abode of the stars 1a2) as the visible universe, the sky, atmosphere, etc 1b) Heaven (as the abode of God) Aramaic equivalent: sha.ma.yin (שָׁמַ֫יִן "heaven" H8065)
Usage: Occurs in 395 OT verses. KJV: air, [idiom] astrologer, heaven(-s). See also: Genesis 1:1; 1 Samuel 2:10; Job 28:21.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 32:20
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- Context
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- 2 Chronicles 32:20 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 32:20
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 32:20
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:20
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:20
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 32:20
- Sermons on 2 Chronicles 32:20
Context — Jerusalem Delivered from the Assyrians
18Then the Assyrians called out loudly in Hebrew to the people of Jerusalem who were on the wall, to frighten and terrify them in order to capture the city.
19They spoke against the God of Jerusalem as they had spoken against the gods of the peoples of the earth—the work of human hands.
20In response, King Hezekiah and the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz cried out to heaven in prayer,
21and the LORD sent an angel who annihilated every mighty man of valor and every leader and commander in the camp of the king of Assyria. So he withdrew to his own land in disgrace. And when he entered the temple of his god, some of his own sons struck him down with the sword. 22So the LORD saved Hezekiah and the people of Jerusalem from the hands of King Sennacherib of Assyria and all others, and He gave them rest on every side.Cross References
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| 1 | Psalms 91:14–15 | “Because he loves Me, I will deliver him; because he knows My name, I will protect him. When he calls out to Me, I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble. I will deliver him and honor him. |
| 2 | Isaiah 37:14–20 | So Hezekiah received the letter from the messengers, read it, and went up to the house of the LORD and spread it out before the LORD. And Hezekiah prayed to the LORD: “O LORD of Hosts, God of Israel, enthroned above the cherubim, You alone are God over all the kingdoms of the earth. You made the heavens and the earth. Incline Your ear, O LORD, and hear; open Your eyes, O LORD, and see. Listen to all the words that Sennacherib has sent to defy the living God. Truly, O LORD, the kings of Assyria have laid waste all these countries and their lands. They have cast their gods into the fire and destroyed them, for they were not gods, but only wood and stone—the work of human hands. And now, O LORD our God, save us from his hand, so that all the kingdoms of the earth may know that You alone, O LORD, are God. ” |
| 3 | 2 Chronicles 14:11 | Then Asa cried out to the LORD his God: “O LORD, there is no one besides You to help the powerless against the mighty. Help us, O LORD our God, for we rely on You, and in Your name we have come against this multitude. O LORD, You are our God. Do not let a mere mortal prevail against You.” |
| 4 | 2 Chronicles 20:6–12 | and said, “O LORD, God of our fathers, are You not the God who is in heaven, and do You not rule over all the kingdoms of the nations? Power and might are in Your hand, and no one can stand against You. Our God, did You not drive out the inhabitants of this land before Your people Israel and give it forever to the descendants of Abraham Your friend? They have lived in the land and have built in it a sanctuary for Your Name, saying, ‘If disaster comes upon us—whether sword or judgment, plague or famine—we will stand before this temple and before You, for Your Name is in this temple. We will cry out to You in our distress, and You will hear us and save us.’ And now, here are the men of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir, whom You did not let Israel invade when they came out of the land of Egypt; but Israel turned away from them and did not destroy them. See how they are repaying us by coming to drive us out of the possession that You gave us as an inheritance. Our God, will You not judge them? For we are powerless before this vast army that comes against us. We do not know what to do, but our eyes are upon You.” |
| 5 | 2 Kings 19:2–4 | And he sent Eliakim the palace administrator, Shebna the scribe, and the leading priests, all wearing sackcloth, to the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz to tell him, “This is what Hezekiah says: Today is a day of distress, rebuke, and disgrace; for children have come to the point of birth, but there is no strength to deliver them. Perhaps the LORD your God will hear all the words of the Rabshakeh, whom his master the king of Assyria has sent to defy the living God, and He will rebuke him for the words that the LORD your God has heard. Therefore lift up a prayer for the remnant that still survives.” |
| 6 | Psalms 50:15 | Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you will honor Me.” |
| 7 | Isaiah 37:1–4 | On hearing this report, King Hezekiah tore his clothes, put on sackcloth, and entered the house of the LORD. And he sent Eliakim the palace administrator, Shebna the scribe, and the leading priests, all wearing sackcloth, to the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz to tell him, “This is what Hezekiah says: Today is a day of distress, rebuke, and disgrace; for children have come to the point of birth, but there is no strength to deliver them. Perhaps the LORD your God will hear the words of the Rabshakeh, whom his master the king of Assyria has sent to defy the living God, and He will rebuke him for the words that the LORD your God has heard. Therefore lift up a prayer for the remnant that still survives.” |
| 8 | 2 Kings 19:14–19 | So Hezekiah received the letter from the messengers, read it, and went up to the house of the LORD and spread it out before the LORD. And Hezekiah prayed before the LORD: “O LORD, God of Israel, enthroned between the cherubim, You alone are God over all the kingdoms of the earth. You made the heavens and the earth. Incline Your ear, O LORD, and hear; open Your eyes, O LORD, and see. Listen to the words that Sennacherib has sent to defy the living God. Truly, O LORD, the kings of Assyria have laid waste these nations and their lands. They have cast their gods into the fire and destroyed them, for they were not gods, but only wood and stone—the work of human hands. And now, O LORD our God, please save us from his hand, so that all the kingdoms of the earth may know that You alone, O LORD, are God.” |
2 Chronicles 32:20 Summary
This verse shows us that when we face big problems, we can cry out to God for help, just like King Hezekiah and the prophet Isaiah did. They prayed to heaven because they knew that only God could save them from the Assyrian army. We can do the same thing when we face our own problems, because the Bible tells us to pray about everything and thank God for what we have (Philippians 4:6). By praying and seeking God's help, we can trust that He will take care of us and give us peace, just like He did for King Hezekiah and the people of Jerusalem (2 Chronicles 32:22).
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the response of King Hezekiah and the prophet Isaiah to the Assyrian threat?
In response to the Assyrian threat, King Hezekiah and the prophet Isaiah cried out to heaven in prayer, demonstrating their trust in God's power and sovereignty, as seen in 2 Chronicles 32:20.
Why did King Hezekiah and Isaiah pray to heaven?
King Hezekiah and Isaiah prayed to heaven because they recognized that their situation was beyond human control and that only God could deliver them, as expressed in Psalm 121:1-2, which says that our help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.
What can we learn from the example of King Hezekiah and Isaiah in this verse?
We can learn the importance of prayer and seeking God's help in times of trouble, as encouraged in Philippians 4:6, which tells us to pray about everything and thank God for what we have.
How does this verse relate to the overall story of 2 Chronicles 32?
This verse is a pivotal moment in the story, as it shows how King Hezekiah and Isaiah responded to the Assyrian threat, and it sets the stage for God's deliverance of Jerusalem, as described in 2 Chronicles 32:21-22.
Reflection Questions
- What are the things in my life that feel like an 'Assyrian threat', and how can I cry out to heaven in prayer like King Hezekiah and Isaiah?
- In what ways can I demonstrate my trust in God's power and sovereignty in the face of challenges and uncertainties?
- How can I cultivate a deeper prayer life, like King Hezekiah and Isaiah, and seek God's help in times of trouble?
- What are some ways that I can apply the lesson of seeking God's help in times of trouble to my everyday life?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 32:20
And for this cause Hezekiah the king, and the prophet Isaiah, the son of Amoz, prayed and cried to heaven.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 32:20
And they spake against the God of Jerusalem, as against the gods of the people of the earth, which were the work of the hands of man. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:20
2 Chronicles 32:20 And for this [cause] Hezekiah the king, and the prophet Isaiah the son of Amoz, prayed and cried to heaven.Ver. 20. For this cause.] See 2 Kings 19:2-3, &c. And the prophet Isaiah … prayed.] And at the same time prophesied comfortably.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:20
(20) For this cause.—Upon this (‘al zôth). The reference is to the Assyrian blasphemies against Jehovah, which Hezekiah urged in his prayer for deliverance (2 Kings 19:16), and to which Isaiah referred in his prophetic answer (Isaiah 37:23). The prayer of Hezekiah is given in 2 Kings 19:15-19; Isaiah 37:15-20. The parallel passages do not say that Isaiah also prayed; but 2 Kings 19:2-4, and Isaiah 37:2-4, report that the king sent a deputation of nobles to the prophet, requesting his prayers “for the remnant that were left.” Cried to heaven.—Comp. 2 Chronicles 30:27; 1 Samuel 5:12.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 32:20
20–23 (cp. 2 Kings 19:1-4; 2 Kings 19:14-19; 2 Kings 19:35-37). Hezekiah and Isaiah pray. The Deliverance This section is a very brief epitome of 2 Kings 19. The Chronicler assumes here as elsewhere that his readers have access to the fuller sources of information.
Sermons on 2 Chronicles 32:20
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Hezekiah the King, and the Prophet Isaiah, by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the fervent prayers of King Hezekiah and the prophet Isaiah in response to the blasphemy against God by Sennacherib. Their zeal for God's honor inspires a cal |
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Five Elements of a Victorious Life by Jim Logan | In this video, the speaker shares his experiences with the Sue Indians and their spiritual beliefs. He recounts a story of a woman who was possessed by a spirit but was eventually |
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Living in God's Compound by Otto Koning | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal testimony of how God transformed his family's life. He talks about how his son repented and became a soul winner after attending a lif |
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How to Love God With All Our Heart by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of loving God with all our hearts, focusing on understanding God's love for us and meditating on the extent of our forgiveness to deepen our l |
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Seeking God for the Spirit's Power (Kannada) by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking the baptism of the Holy Spirit and fire, highlighting the need for genuine power in our lives rather than relying on money or music |
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Knowing the Name of Jesus (Kannada) by Zac Poonen | This sermon delves into the promises and conditions outlined in Psalms 91, emphasizing the importance of knowing God's name and calling upon Him. It highlights the difference betwe |
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Bible Readings for Children by Aunt Martha | In this video, Aunt Martha emphasizes the importance of the scriptures, which are God's word, in our lives. She encourages boys and girls to learn and cherish the scriptures as the |