Key Figures — 2 Kings 19

4 figures

1. Hezekiah

   King of Judah who seeks God's deliverance from the Assyrian threat.

   Hezekiah responds to the Assyrian threat by seeking the Lord's guidance through prayer and the prophet Isaiah, demonstrating his faith and reliance on God.

   Related passages

   • 2 Kings 18 (Hezekiah's reign and the Assyrian threat)
   • Isaiah 37 (Parallel account of Hezekiah's prayer and God's response)

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2. Isaiah

   Prophet who delivers God's message of deliverance to Hezekiah.

   Isaiah reassures Hezekiah with a prophecy that God will defend Jerusalem and defeat the Assyrians, highlighting his role as a messenger of God's word.

   Related passages

   • Isaiah 37 (Isaiah's prophecy to Hezekiah)
   • 2 Kings 20 (Isaiah's interactions with Hezekiah)

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3. Sennacherib

   King of Assyria who threatens Jerusalem.

   Sennacherib's arrogance and blasphemy against the God of Israel lead to his downfall as God intervenes to protect Jerusalem.

   Related passages

   • 2 Kings 18 (Sennacherib's initial threats)
   • Isaiah 37 (Sennacherib's defeat)

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4. The Angel of the Lord

   Divine agent who executes God's judgment on the Assyrian army.

   The Angel of the Lord strikes down 185,000 Assyrian soldiers, demonstrating God's power and protection over His people.

   Related passages

   • Exodus 12 (The Angel of the Lord during the Passover)
   • 2 Samuel 24 (The Angel of the Lord's judgment)

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