2 Kings 19:10
2 Kings 19:10 in Multiple Translations
“Give this message to Hezekiah king of Judah: ‘Do not let your God, in whom you trust, deceive you by saying that Jerusalem will not be delivered into the hand of the king of Assyria.
Thus shall ye speak to Hezekiah king of Judah, saying, Let not thy God in whom thou trustest deceive thee, saying, Jerusalem shall not be delivered into the hand of the king of Assyria.
Thus shall ye speak to Hezekiah king of Judah, saying, Let not thy God in whom thou trustest deceive thee, saying, Jerusalem shall not be given into the hand of the king of Assyria.
This is what you are to say to Hezekiah, king of Judah: Let not your God, in whom is your faith, give you a false hope, saying, Jerusalem will not be given into the hands of the king of Assyria.
“Tell Hezekiah, king of Judah: ‘Don't let your God, the one you're trusting in, fool you by saying that Jerusalem won't fall into the hands of the king of Assyria.
Thus shall ye speake to Hezekiah King of Iudah, and say, Let not thy God deceiue thee in whome thou trustest, saying, Ierusalem shall not be deliuered into the hande of the King of Asshur.
'Thus do ye speak unto Hezekiah king of Judah, saying, Let not thy God lift thee up in whom thou art trusting, saying, Jerusalem is not given into the hand of the king of Asshur.
“Tell Hezekiah king of Judah this: ‘Don’t let your God in whom you trust deceive you, saying, Jerusalem will not be given into the hand of the king of Assyria.
Thus shall ye speak to Hezekiah king of Judah, saying, Let not thy God in whom thou trustest deceive thee, saying, Jerusalem shall not be delivered into the hand of the king of Assyria.
Thus shall you say to Ezechias king of Juda: Let not thy God deceive thee, in whom thou trustest: and do not say: Jerusalem shall not be delivered into the hands of the king of the Assyrians.
In the letter he wrote this to Hezekiah: “Do not allow your god on whom you are relying to deceive you by promising that the city of Jerusalem will not be captured by my army [MTY].
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- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 19:10
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- Whedon's Commentary on 2 Kings 19:10
- Sermons on 2 Kings 19:10
Context — Sennacherib’s Blasphemous Letter
10“Give this message to Hezekiah king of Judah: ‘Do not let your God, in whom you trust, deceive you by saying that Jerusalem will not be delivered into the hand of the king of Assyria.
11Surely you have heard what the kings of Assyria have done to all the other countries, devoting them to destruction. Will you then be spared? 12Did the gods of the nations destroyed by my fathers rescue those nations—the gods of Gozan, Haran, and Rezeph, and of the people of Eden in Telassar?Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 2 Kings 18:5 | Hezekiah trusted in the LORD, the God of Israel. No king of Judah was like him, either before him or after him. |
| 2 | 2 Kings 18:29–30 | This is what the king says: Do not let Hezekiah deceive you; he cannot deliver you from my hand. 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.’ |
| 3 | 2 Chronicles 32:15–19 | So now, do not let Hezekiah deceive you, and do not let him mislead you like this. Do not believe him, for no god of any nation or kingdom has been able to deliver his people from my hand or from the hand of my fathers. How much less will your God deliver you from my hand!” And the servants of Sennacherib spoke further against the LORD God and against His servant Hezekiah. He also wrote letters mocking the LORD, the God of Israel, and saying against Him: “Just as the gods of the nations did not deliver their people from my hand, so the God of Hezekiah will not deliver His people from my hand.” Then 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. They spoke against the God of Jerusalem as they had spoken against the gods of the peoples of the earth—the work of human hands. |
| 4 | Isaiah 37:10–14 | “Give this message to Hezekiah king of Judah: ‘Do not let your God, in whom you trust, deceive you by saying that Jerusalem will not be delivered into the hand of the king of Assyria. Surely you have heard what the kings of Assyria have done to all the other countries, devoting them to destruction. Will you then be spared? Did the gods of the nations destroyed by my fathers rescue those nations—the gods of Gozan, Haran, and Rezeph, and of the people of Eden in Telassar? Where are the kings of Hamath, Arpad, Sepharvaim, Hena, and Ivvah?’” 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. |
2 Kings 19:10 Summary
This verse is about the king of Assyria trying to scare Hezekiah, the king of Judah, into surrendering Jerusalem by saying that his God will not be able to deliver him. However, this is a lie, as God is a God of truth and power, as seen in Psalm 115:1-8. Hezekiah can trust in God's promises, as stated in Isaiah 43:1-7, to deliver him from the Assyrian army. We can also learn from this verse to trust in God's power and promises, even when things seem impossible, and to remember that God is always with us and will never leave us, as stated in Hebrews 13:5-6.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the context of this verse and why is the king of Assyria sending a message to Hezekiah?
The king of Assyria is trying to intimidate Hezekiah into surrendering Jerusalem, as seen in 2 Kings 19:9, by saying that his God will not be able to deliver him from the Assyrian army, similar to the warnings given in Deuteronomy 28:49-50.
Is the king of Assyria correct in saying that the God of the Israelites will deceive Hezekiah?
No, the king of Assyria is incorrect, as God is a God of truth and does not deceive, as stated in Numbers 23:19 and Titus 1:2, and He will ultimately deliver Hezekiah and Jerusalem, as seen in 2 Kings 19:35-37.
What is the significance of the king of Assyria mentioning the other countries that have been destroyed by the Assyrian army?
The king of Assyria is trying to use fear and intimidation to convince Hezekiah that his God will not be able to deliver him, just like the gods of the other nations were unable to deliver their people, as seen in 2 Kings 19:11-12, but this is a false comparison, as the God of the Israelites is the one true God, as stated in Isaiah 44:6-8.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of trust in God?
This verse highlights the importance of trusting in God, even in the face of overwhelming opposition, as seen in Psalm 20:7-8 and Jeremiah 17:5-8, and demonstrates how God will ultimately deliver those who trust in Him, as seen in 2 Kings 19:35-37 and Psalm 37:39-40.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am trusting in my own strength and abilities, rather than in God's power and promises?
- How can I apply the lesson of trusting in God's power and promises, as seen in this verse, to my own life and circumstances?
- What are some lies or deceptions that the enemy may be using to try to intimidate or deceive me, and how can I counter them with the truth of God's Word?
- In what ways can I demonstrate my trust in God, even in the face of uncertainty or opposition, and what are some examples from Scripture that can encourage me to do so?
- How can I use this verse to encourage and strengthen my faith, and to trust in God's power and promises to deliver me in times of trouble?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 19:10
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Kings 19:10
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 19:10
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 19:10
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Kings 19:10
Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 19:10
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Kings 19:10
Sermons on 2 Kings 19:10
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Remain Faithful to God by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of staying faithful to God and not compromising with the world. He warns against forming friendships with the enemy, the devi |
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Discipline in the School of God - Part 3 by J.B. Stoney | J.B. Stoney preaches about the life and lessons of Hezekiah, highlighting how he was empowered by God to renew the testimony of the Lord in a time of great ruin and desolation, and |
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Commentary Notes - Ii Kings by Walter Beuttler | Walter Beuttler delves into the Book of 2 Kings, highlighting the division of the book into two parts and the continuous history it provides of God's people. The message of the boo |
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Defended and Delivered by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the story of King Hezekiah, who faced the threats of Sennacherib, a representation of Satan. Hezekiah's unwavering trust in God led him to resist the ene |
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Spending Our Days as Is Represented in the Former Chapter by Philip Doddridge | Philip Doddridge preaches about the importance of Christians aiming high in their spiritual life, not settling for mediocrity, but striving for a deep and intimate relationship wit |





