Introduction:
Hezekiah, son of Ahaz, was the 13th king of Judah and reigned from approximately 715 to 686 BC. He is remembered as one of the most faithful and reformative kings in the history of Judah, known for his religious reforms and his trust in the LORD during times of national crisis.

Biblical Account:
Hezekiah's account is primarily found in 2 Kings 18-20, 2 Chronicles 29-32, and Isaiah 36-39. His reign is marked by significant religious reforms and a strong reliance on God, distinguishing him from many of his predecessors.

Religious Reforms:
Hezekiah is noted for his zealous efforts to restore proper worship in Judah. He reopened the doors of the Temple, which his father Ahaz had closed, and repaired them (2 Chronicles 29:3). He called the Levites and priests to consecrate themselves and the Temple, removing all idolatrous elements. Hezekiah reinstituted the Passover, inviting all Israel and Judah to participate, which had not been celebrated in such a manner since the days of Solomon (2 Chronicles 30:26).

Trust in the LORD:
Hezekiah's faith was tested when the Assyrian king Sennacherib invaded Judah. Despite the overwhelming threat, Hezekiah sought the LORD's guidance and strength. He sent messengers to the prophet Isaiah, seeking divine intervention (2 Kings 19:1-5). The LORD responded through Isaiah, assuring Hezekiah that Sennacherib would not enter Jerusalem. The angel of the LORD struck down 185,000 Assyrian soldiers, leading to Sennacherib's withdrawal (2 Kings 19:35-36).

Hezekiah's Illness and Recovery:
In 2 Kings 20, Hezekiah fell gravely ill, and Isaiah informed him that he would not recover. In response, Hezekiah prayed earnestly to the LORD, reminding Him of his faithfulness and wholehearted devotion. The LORD heard his prayer and granted him an additional fifteen years of life, confirmed by the miraculous sign of the sun's shadow moving backward (2 Kings 20:1-11).

Hezekiah's Wealth and Pride:
Hezekiah's reign was also marked by prosperity, but it led to a moment of pride. When envoys from Babylon visited, Hezekiah showed them all his treasures, which displeased the LORD. Isaiah prophesied that all these treasures would eventually be carried off to Babylon, and some of Hezekiah's descendants would serve as eunuchs in the Babylonian palace (2 Kings 20:12-18).

Legacy:
Hezekiah is remembered as a king who "trusted in the LORD, the God of Israel. No king of Judah was like him, either before him or after him" (2 Kings 18:5). His reign is a testament to the power of faith and obedience to God, serving as a model for future generations. Despite his human flaws, Hezekiah's commitment to restoring true worship and his reliance on God during adversity left a lasting impact on the spiritual life of Judah.

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Hezikiah (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Hezikiah (1 Occurrence). Zephaniah 1:1 A word
of Jehovah that hath been unto Zephaniah son of Cushi, son ...
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Zephani'ah (10 Occurrences)
... Zephaniah 1:1 A word of Jehovah that hath been unto Zephaniah son of Cushi, son
of Gedaliah, son of Amariah, son of Hezikiah, in the days of Josiah son of Amoz ...
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Amari'ah (13 Occurrences)
... Zephaniah 1:1 A word of Jehovah that hath been unto Zephaniah son of Cushi, son
of Gedaliah, son of Amariah, son of Hezikiah, in the days of Josiah son of Amoz ...
/a/amari'ah.htm - 9k

Amoz (14 Occurrences)
... Zephaniah 1:1 A word of Jehovah that hath been unto Zephaniah son of Cushi, son
of Gedaliah, son of Amariah, son of Hezikiah, in the days of Josiah son of Amoz ...
/a/amoz.htm - 12k

Hezer (1 Occurrence)

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Hezion (1 Occurrence)

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Gedali'ah (28 Occurrences)
... Zephaniah 1:1 A word of Jehovah that hath been unto Zephaniah son of Cushi, son
of Gedaliah, son of Amariah, son of Hezikiah, in the days of Josiah son of Amoz ...
/g/gedali'ah.htm - 15k

Josi'ah (50 Occurrences)
... Zephaniah 1:1 A word of Jehovah that hath been unto Zephaniah son of Cushi, son
of Gedaliah, son of Amariah, son of Hezikiah, in the days of Josiah son of Amoz ...
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