2 Kings 20:16
New International Version
Then Isaiah said to Hezekiah, “Hear the word of the LORD:

New Living Translation
Then Isaiah said to Hezekiah, “Listen to this message from the LORD:

English Standard Version
Then Isaiah said to Hezekiah, “Hear the word of the LORD:

Berean Standard Bible
Then Isaiah said to Hezekiah, “Hear the word of the LORD:

King James Bible
And Isaiah said unto Hezekiah, Hear the word of the LORD.

New King James Version
Then Isaiah said to Hezekiah, “Hear the word of the LORD:

New American Standard Bible
Then Isaiah said to Hezekiah, “Hear the word of the LORD:

NASB 1995
Then Isaiah said to Hezekiah, “Hear the word of the LORD.

NASB 1977
Then Isaiah said to Hezekiah, “Hear the word of the LORD.

Legacy Standard Bible
Then Isaiah said to Hezekiah, “Hear the word of Yahweh.

Amplified Bible
Then Isaiah said to Hezekiah, “Hear the word of the LORD.

Christian Standard Bible
Then Isaiah said to Hezekiah, “Hear the word of the LORD:

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Then Isaiah said to Hezekiah, “Hear the word of the LORD:

American Standard Version
And Isaiah said unto Hezekiah, Hear the word of Jehovah.

Contemporary English Version
Then Isaiah told Hezekiah: I have a message for you from the LORD.

English Revised Version
And Isaiah said unto Hezekiah, Hear the word of the LORD.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Isaiah said to Hezekiah, "Hear the word of the LORD!

Good News Translation
Isaiah then told the king, "The LORD Almighty says that

International Standard Version
Then Isaiah replied to Hezekiah, "Listen to this message from the LORD:

Majority Standard Bible
Then Isaiah said to Hezekiah, ?Hear the word of the LORD:

NET Bible
Isaiah said to Hezekiah, "Listen to the word of the LORD,

New Heart English Bible
Isaiah said to Hezekiah, "Hear the word of the LORD.

Webster's Bible Translation
And Isaiah said to Hezekiah, Hear the word of the LORD.

World English Bible
Isaiah said to Hezekiah, “Hear Yahweh’s word.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Isaiah says to Hezekiah, “Hear a word of YHWH:

Young's Literal Translation
And Isaiah saith unto Hezekiah, 'Hear a word of Jehovah:

Smith's Literal Translation
And Isaiah will say to Hezekiah, Hear the word of Jehovah.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Isaias said to Ezechias: Hear the word of the Lord.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And so Isaiah said to Hezekiah: “Listen to the word of the Lord.

New American Bible
Then Isaiah said to Hezekiah: “Hear the word of the LORD:

New Revised Standard Version
Then Isaiah said to Hezekiah, “Hear the word of the LORD:
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Then Isaiah said to Hezekiah, Hear the word of the LORD.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Isaiah said to Hezekiah: “Hear the answer of LORD JEHOVAH:
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And Isaiah said unto Hezekiah: 'Hear the word of the LORD.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Esaias said to Ezekias, Hear the word of the Lord:

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Hezekiah Shows His Treasures
15“What have they seen in your palace?” Isaiah asked. “They have seen everything in my palace,” answered Hezekiah. “There is nothing among my treasures that I did not show them.” 16Then Isaiah said to Hezekiah, “Hear the word of the LORD: 17The time will surely come when everything in your palace and all that your fathers have stored up until this day will be carried off to Babylon. Nothing will be left, says the LORD.…

Cross References
Isaiah 39:5-7
Then Isaiah said to Hezekiah, “Hear the word of the LORD of Hosts: / The time will surely come when everything in your palace and all that your fathers have stored up until this day will be carried off to Babylon. Nothing will be left, says the LORD. / And some of your descendants, your own flesh and blood, will be taken away to be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.”

2 Kings 24:13
As the LORD had declared, Nebuchadnezzar also carried off all the treasures from the house of the LORD and the royal palace, and he cut into pieces all the gold articles that Solomon king of Israel had made in the temple of the LORD.

2 Kings 25:13-17
Moreover, the Chaldeans broke up the bronze pillars and stands and the bronze Sea in the house of the LORD, and they carried the bronze to Babylon. / They also took away the pots, shovels, wick trimmers, dishes, and all the articles of bronze used in the temple service. / The captain of the guard also took away the censers and sprinkling bowls—anything made of pure gold or fine silver. ...

Jeremiah 20:5
I will give away all the wealth of this city—all its products and valuables, and all the treasures of the kings of Judah—to their enemies. They will plunder them, seize them, and carry them off to Babylon.

2 Chronicles 36:18-19
who carried off everything to Babylon—all the articles of the house of God, both large and small, and the treasures of the house of the LORD and of the king and his officials. / Then the Chaldeans set fire to the house of God and broke down the wall of Jerusalem. They burned down all the palaces and destroyed every article of value.

Daniel 1:1-2
In the third year of the reign of Jehoiakim king of Judah, Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon came to Jerusalem and besieged it. / And the Lord delivered into his hand Jehoiakim king of Judah, along with some of the articles from the house of God. He carried these off to the land of Shinar, to the house of his god, where he put them in the treasury of his god.

Isaiah 42:24
Who gave Jacob up for spoil, and Israel to the plunderers? Was it not the LORD, against whom we have sinned? They were unwilling to walk in His ways, and they would not obey His law.

Jeremiah 27:19-22
For this is what the LORD of Hosts says about the pillars, the sea, the bases, and the rest of the articles that remain in this city, / which Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon did not take when he carried Jeconiah son of Jehoiakim king of Judah into exile from Jerusalem to Babylon, along with all the nobles of Judah and Jerusalem. / Yes, this is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says about the articles that remain in the house of the LORD, in the palace of the king of Judah, and in Jerusalem: ...

Jeremiah 52:17-23
Moreover, the Chaldeans broke up the bronze pillars and stands and the bronze Sea in the house of the LORD, and they carried all the bronze to Babylon. / They also took away the pots, shovels, wick trimmers, sprinkling bowls, dishes, and all the articles of bronze used in the temple service. / The captain of the guard also took away the basins, censers, sprinkling bowls, pots, lampstands, pans, and drink offering bowls—anything made of pure gold or fine silver. ...

Lamentations 1:10
The adversary has seized all her treasures. For she has seen the nations enter her sanctuary—those You had forbidden to enter Your assembly.

Matthew 24:2
“Do you see all these things?” He replied. “Truly I tell you, not one stone here will be left on another; every one will be thrown down.”

Luke 21:6
“As for what you see here, the time will come when not one stone will be left on another; every one will be thrown down.”

Revelation 18:16-17
saying: “Woe, woe to the great city, clothed in fine linen and purple and scarlet, adorned with gold and precious stones and pearls! / For in a single hour such fabulous wealth has been destroyed!” Every shipmaster, passenger, and sailor, and all who make their living from the sea, will stand at a distance

Jeremiah 15:13
Your wealth and your treasures I will give up as plunder, without charge for all your sins within all your borders.

Ezekiel 7:21-22
And I will hand these things over as plunder to foreigners and loot to the wicked of the earth, who will defile them. / I will turn My face away from them, and they will defile My treasured place. Violent men will enter it, and they will defile it.


Treasury of Scripture

And Isaiah said to Hezekiah, Hear the word of the LORD.

Hear.

2 Kings 7:1
Then Elisha said, Hear ye the word of the LORD; Thus saith the LORD, To morrow about this time shall a measure of fine flour be sold for a shekel, and two measures of barley for a shekel, in the gate of Samaria.

1 Kings 22:19
And he said, Hear thou therefore the word of the LORD: I saw the LORD sitting on his throne, and all the host of heaven standing by him on his right hand and on his left.

Isaiah 1:10
Hear the word of the LORD, ye rulers of Sodom; give ear unto the law of our God, ye people of Gomorrah.

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2 Kings 20
1. Hezekiah, having received a message of death, by prayer has his life lengthened.
8. The sun goes ten degrees backward for a sign of that promise.
12. Berodach-baladan sending to visit Hezekiah has notice of his treasures.
14. Isaiah understanding thereof, foretells the Babylonian captivity.
20. Manasseh succeeds Hezekiah.














Then Isaiah said to Hezekiah
Isaiah, a major prophet in the Old Testament, served during the reigns of several kings of Judah, including Hezekiah. Hezekiah was a king known for his faithfulness to God, initiating religious reforms and seeking to restore proper worship in Judah. This interaction between Isaiah and Hezekiah occurs after Hezekiah's illness and miraculous recovery, highlighting the close relationship between the prophet and the king. Isaiah often served as God's mouthpiece, delivering messages of both judgment and hope.

Hear the word of the LORD:
This phrase underscores the authority and divine origin of the message Isaiah is about to deliver. In the biblical context, "the word of the LORD" signifies a direct communication from God, often carrying significant implications for the recipient. The use of "hear" emphasizes the importance of listening and obeying God's message. This phrase is a common prophetic introduction, seen throughout the Old Testament, indicating that what follows is not merely human opinion but divine revelation. It sets the stage for a message that would have profound consequences for Hezekiah and the future of Judah.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Isaiah
A major prophet in the Old Testament, Isaiah served as a messenger of God, delivering His words to the kings of Judah, including Hezekiah. His role was to convey God's messages, often concerning judgment and redemption.

2. Hezekiah
The king of Judah during a time of both spiritual reform and political turmoil. Hezekiah is known for his faithfulness to God, but also for his moments of weakness and pride.

3. The LORD
The covenant name of God, Yahweh, who is the central figure in this passage, delivering a message through His prophet Isaiah.

4. Judah
The southern kingdom of Israel, where Hezekiah reigned. It was a place of both spiritual revival and impending judgment due to the people's disobedience.

5. Babylon
Although not directly mentioned in this verse, Babylon is the implied future threat, as Isaiah's message to Hezekiah concerns the eventual Babylonian captivity.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Listening to God's Word
Hezekiah's encounter with Isaiah underscores the necessity of heeding God's messages, even when they are difficult to hear. Believers today must prioritize listening to God's Word through Scripture and prayer.

The Consequences of Pride
Hezekiah's pride led to a prophecy of judgment. This serves as a warning to guard against pride and to remain humble before God, recognizing that all we have is from Him.

God's Sovereignty and Justice
The prophecy delivered by Isaiah highlights God's sovereignty over nations and His justice in dealing with sin. Believers can trust in God's righteous plans, even when they involve discipline.

The Role of Prophets and Prophecy
Isaiah's role as a prophet reminds us of the importance of prophetic voices in guiding and correcting God's people. Today, we can seek guidance through Scripture and the Holy Spirit.

The Hope of Redemption
While the prophecy foretells judgment, it also fits into the larger biblical account of redemption. God's discipline is always aimed at restoration and drawing His people back to Himself.Verse 16. - And Isaiah said unto Hezekiah, Hear the word of the Lord. This is a phrase of warning very common in the mouth of the prophets, when they are about to deliver a rebuke or solemn condemnation (comp. 1 Kings 22:19; 2 Chronicles 18:18; Isaiah 1:10; Isaiah 28:14; Jeremiah 7:2; Jeremiah 9:20; Jeremiah 10:1; Jeremiah 19:3, etc.; Ezekiel 15:35; 34:9; Hosea 4:1; Amos 3:1, etc.).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Then Isaiah
יְשַׁעְיָ֖הוּ (yə·ša‘·yā·hū)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3470: Isaiah -- 'salvation of Yah', four Israelites

said
וַיֹּ֥אמֶר (way·yō·mer)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 559: To utter, say

to
אֶל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

Hezekiah,
חִזְקִיָּ֑הוּ (ḥiz·qî·yā·hū)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2396: Hezekiah -- 'Yah has strengthened', a king of Judah, also several other Israelites

“Hear
שְׁמַ֖ע (šə·ma‘)
Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular
Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently

the word
דְּבַר־ (də·ḇar-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1697: A word, a matter, thing, a cause

of the LORD:
יְהוָֽה׃ (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel


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