2 Chronicles 32:20 web — Hezekiah the king, and Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz, prayed because of this, and cried to heaven.

World English Bible

"Hezekiah the king, and Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz, prayed because of this, and cried to heaven."

— 2 Chronicles 32:20, World English Bible

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2 Chronicles 32 — Context

17

He also wrote letters insulting Yahweh, the God of Israel, and to speak against him, saying, "As the gods of the nations of the lands, which have not delivered their people out of my hand, so shall the God of Hezekiah not deliver his people out of my hand."

18

They cried with a loud voice in the Jews' language to the people of Jerusalem who were on the wall, to frighten them, and to trouble them; that they might take the city.

19

They spoke of the God of Jerusalem, as of the gods of the peoples of the earth, which are the work of men's hands.

20

Hezekiah the king, and Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz, prayed because of this, and cried to heaven.

21

Yahweh sent an angel, who cut off all the mighty men of valor, and the leaders and captains, in the camp of the king of Assyria. So he returned with shame of face to his own land. When he had come into the house of his god, those who came forth from his own bowels killed him there with the sword.

22

Thus Yahweh saved Hezekiah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem from the hand of Sennacherib the king of Assyria, and from the hand of all [others], and guided them on every side.

23

Many brought gifts to Yahweh to Jerusalem, and precious things to Hezekiah king of Judah; so that he was exalted in the sight of all nations from thenceforth.

2 Chronicles 32:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does 2 Chronicles 32:20 say?
2 Chronicles 32:20 in the World English Bible reads: “Hezekiah the king, and Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz, prayed because of this, and cried to heaven.”
Where is 2 Chronicles 32:20 in the Bible?
2 Chronicles 32:20 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Chronicles, chapter 32, verse 20.
Who wrote 2 Chronicles?
2 Chronicles is traditionally attributed to Anonymous (traditionally Ezra). It was written c. 450–425 BC.
What is the book of 2 Chronicles about?
2 Chronicles narrates Solomon's reign and the kings of Judah down to the exile, with particular emphasis on the temple and faithful worship. It ends with Cyrus's decree authorizing the return — a note of hope for a people just home from Babylon.
What are the major themes of 2 Chronicles?
2 Chronicles explores themes including Temple, Worship, Faithful Kings, Reform, Return. These themes shape the meaning and context of 2 Chronicles 32:20.
What translation should I read 2 Chronicles 32:20 in?
2 Chronicles 32:20 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 2 Chronicles 32:20?
2 Chronicles 32:20 reads (WEB): “Hezekiah the king, and Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz, prayed because of this, and cried to heaven.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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