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Isaiah 38:4

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Then came the word of the LORD to Isaiah, saying,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Then the LORD spoke to Isaiah, saying,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse shows that God communicated directly with the prophet Isaiah, giving him a specific message to share.

📚 Historical Context

In the biblical narrative, King Hezekiah of Judah was facing a life-threatening illness, and the prophet Isaiah had already delivered a message from God that he would die soon. Hezekiah responded with fervent prayer, pleading for mercy, which led God to intervene and promise him an additional fifteen years of life. This verse captures the moment when God communicates a new directive to Isaiah as part of that divine response.

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