2 Kings 19:17 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Of a truth, LORD, the kings of Assyria have destroyed the nations and their lands,

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

It's true, LORD, the kings of Assyria have destroyed the nations and their lands,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is acknowledging to God that the Assyrian empire has indeed conquered and devastated many nations and their territories.

📚 Historical Context

This is part of King Hezekiah's prayer during the Assyrian siege of Jerusalem around 701 BC. The Assyrian Empire under Sennacherib had already conquered much of the ancient Near East, including the northern kingdom of Israel and many other nations. Hezekiah is praying to God while facing this seemingly unstoppable military force that had destroyed countless cities and kingdoms.

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