2 Kings 19:1
2 Kings 19:1 in Multiple Translations
On hearing this report, King Hezekiah tore his clothes, put on sackcloth, and entered the house of the LORD.
And it came to pass, when king Hezekiah heard it, that he rent his clothes, and covered himself with sackcloth, and went into the house of the LORD.
And it came to pass, when king Hezekiah heard it, that he rent his clothes, and covered himself with sackcloth, and went into the house of Jehovah.
And on hearing it, King Hezekiah took off his robe, and put on haircloth, and went into the house of the Lord.
When Hezekiah heard it, he tore his clothes, put on sackcloth, and went into the Lord's Temple.
And when King Hezekiah heard it, he rent his clothes and put on sackecloth, and came into the house of the Lord,
And it cometh to pass, at king Hezekiah's hearing, that he rendeth his garments, and covereth himself with sackcloth, and entereth the house of Jehovah,
When King Hezekiah heard it, he tore his clothes, covered himself with sackcloth, and went into the LORD’s house.
And it came to pass, when king Hezekiah heard it , that he rent his clothes, and covered himself with sackcloth, and went into the house of the LORD.
And when king Ezechias heard these words, he rent his garments, and covered himself with sackcloth, and went into the house of the Lord.
When King Hezekiah heard what they reported, he tore his clothes and put on clothes made of rough cloth because he was very distressed. Then he went to the temple to ask God what to do.
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Study Notes — 2 Kings 19:1
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- 2 Kings 19:1 Summary
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- Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 19:1
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- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 19:1
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 19:1
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- Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 19:1
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- Whedon's Commentary on 2 Kings 19:1
- Sermons on 2 Kings 19:1
Context — Isaiah’s Message of Deliverance
1On hearing this report, King Hezekiah tore his clothes, put on sackcloth, and entered the house of the LORD.
2And he sent Eliakim the palace administrator, Shebna the scribe, and the leading priests, all wearing sackcloth, to the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz 3to 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.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Kings 21:27 | When Ahab heard these words, he tore his clothes, put on sackcloth, and fasted. He lay down in sackcloth and walked around meekly. |
| 2 | 2 Kings 18:37 | Then Hilkiah’s son Eliakim the palace administrator, Shebna the scribe, and Asaph’s son Joah the recorder came to Hezekiah with their clothes torn, and they relayed to him the words of the Rabshakeh. |
| 3 | 2 Chronicles 32:20–22 | In response, King Hezekiah and the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz cried out to heaven in prayer, and 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. So the LORD saved Hezekiah and the people of Jerusalem from the hands of King Sennacherib of Assyria and all the others, and He gave them rest on every side. |
| 4 | Genesis 37:34 | Then Jacob tore his clothes, put sackcloth around his waist, and mourned for his son many days. |
| 5 | Isaiah 37:1–7 | 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.” So the servants of King Hezekiah went to Isaiah, who replied, “Tell your master that this is what the LORD says: ‘Do not be afraid of the words you have heard, with which the servants of the king of Assyria have blasphemed Me. Behold, I will put a spirit in him so that he will hear a rumor and return to his own land, where I will cause him to fall by the sword.’” |
| 6 | Jonah 3:8 | Furthermore, let both man and beast be covered with sackcloth, and have everyone call out earnestly to God. Let each one turn from his evil ways and from the violence in his hands. |
| 7 | 1 Samuel 4:12 | That same day a Benjamite ran from the battle line all the way to Shiloh, with his clothes torn and dirt on his head. |
| 8 | Esther 4:1–4 | When Mordecai learned of all that had happened, he tore his clothes, put on sackcloth and ashes, and went out into the middle of the city, wailing loudly and bitterly. But he went only as far as the king’s gate, because the law prohibited anyone wearing sackcloth from entering that gate. In every province to which the king’s command and edict came, there was great mourning among the Jews. They fasted, wept, and lamented, and many lay in sackcloth and ashes. When Esther’s maidens and eunuchs came and told her about Mordecai, the queen was overcome with distress. She sent clothes for Mordecai to wear instead of his sackcloth, but he would not accept them. |
| 9 | Ezra 9:3 | When I heard this report, I tore my tunic and cloak, pulled out some hair from my head and beard, and sat down in horror. |
| 10 | Matthew 11:21 | “Woe to you, Chorazin! Woe to you, Bethsaida! For if the miracles that were performed in you had been performed in Tyre and Sidon, they would have repented long ago in sackcloth and ashes. |
2 Kings 19:1 Summary
This verse shows King Hezekiah's humble response to a difficult situation, as he tore his clothes and put on sackcloth to show his sorrow and repentance. He then went to the house of the LORD, the temple in Jerusalem, to seek God's help and guidance. This teaches us the importance of turning to God in times of trouble, just like it says in Psalm 34:17-18, and seeking His mercy and forgiveness, as promised in 1 John 1:9. By following King Hezekiah's example, we can learn to trust in God's power and sovereignty, even in the face of uncertainty and fear, as expressed in Isaiah 41:10.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did King Hezekiah tear his clothes and put on sackcloth?
King Hezekiah tore his clothes and put on sackcloth as a sign of repentance and humility, seeking God's mercy and intervention in the face of the Assyrian threat, as seen in other biblical accounts such as Esther 4:1-3 and Job 1:20-21.
What is the significance of the house of the LORD in this verse?
The house of the LORD refers to the temple in Jerusalem, which was the central place of worship and sacrifice for the Israelites, as described in 1 Kings 8:1-66 and 2 Chronicles 5:1-14.
How does King Hezekiah's response reflect his faith in God?
King Hezekiah's immediate response to the report was to turn to God, seeking His help and guidance, demonstrating his trust in God's power and sovereignty, as expressed in Psalm 46:1-3 and Isaiah 37:14-20.
What can we learn from King Hezekiah's example in this verse?
We can learn the importance of humility, repentance, and seeking God's help in times of crisis, as taught in Proverbs 28:13 and 1 John 1:9, and as exemplified by King Hezekiah's actions in 2 Kings 19:1.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to humble myself and seek God's help, just like King Hezekiah did?
- How can I demonstrate my trust in God's sovereignty and power in the face of challenges and uncertainties?
- What role does repentance play in my relationship with God, and how can I cultivate a spirit of humility and contrition?
- In what ways can I prioritize seeking God's help and guidance in my daily life, just as King Hezekiah did in this verse?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 19:1
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Kings 19:1
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 19:1
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 19:1
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Kings 19:1
Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 19:1
Barnes' Notes on 2 Kings 19:1
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Kings 19:1
Sermons on 2 Kings 19:1
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Change for Fresh Beginning by E.A. Adeboye | E.A. Adeboye preaches about the opportunity for a fresh start with God, emphasizing the need for humility, repentance, and a turning away from sinful ways. He uses the example of K |
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John 21:15-25 by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom preaches on the interaction between Jesus and Peter after His resurrection, emphasizing the importance of love for God and care for others. Jesus questions Peter's |
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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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(The Word for Today) Isaiah 37:1 - Part 1 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of seeing things in their eternal light rather than getting caught up in temporary discomfort. He highlights how we often beco |
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His Power to Deliver by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes King Hezekiah's reliance on God's power for deliverance when faced with the Assyrian army. Hezekiah humbles himself, seeking God's guidance through praye |
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A City in Sackcloth by F.S. Webster | F.S. Webster preaches on the repentance of Nineveh, highlighting how God's Holy Spirit moved in a unique way to bring about a city-wide transformation. Despite the seemingly unlike |
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A Cry at the King's Gate by Carter Conlon | This sermon delves into the story of Esther in the Bible, focusing on the pivotal moment when Mordecai cried out at the king's gate, leading to Esther's courageous decision to appr |







