Key Figures — Isaiah 39

3 figures

1. Hezekiah

   King of Judah who receives envoys from Babylon.

   Hezekiah shows the Babylonian envoys all his treasures, which leads to Isaiah prophesying the future Babylonian captivity of Judah.

   Related passages

   • 2 Kings Chapter 20 (Parallel account of Hezekiah's interaction with Babylonian envoys)
   • Isaiah Chapter 38 (Hezekiah's illness and recovery)
   • 2 Chronicles Chapter 32 (Hezekiah's reign and his pride)

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2. Isaiah

   Prophet who delivers God's message to Hezekiah.

   Isaiah confronts Hezekiah about his actions and prophesies the future exile of Judah to Babylon.

   Related passages

   • Isaiah Chapter 1 (Introduction to Isaiah's prophetic ministry)
   • 2 Kings Chapter 20 (Isaiah's interaction with Hezekiah)
   • Isaiah Chapter 40 (Comfort and future hope for Israel)

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3. Envoys from Babylon

   Messengers from Babylon who visit Hezekiah.

   The envoys' visit prompts Hezekiah to display his wealth, leading to Isaiah's prophecy of future Babylonian dominance.

   Related passages

   • 2 Kings Chapter 20 (Babylonian envoys visit Hezekiah)
   • Isaiah Chapter 13 (Prophecy against Babylon)

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