2 Kings 20:4 asv — And it came to pass, before Isaiah was gone out into the middle part of the city, that the word of Jehovah came to him,…

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"And it came to pass, before Isaiah was gone out into the middle part of the city, that the word of Jehovah came to him, saying, "

— 2 Kings 20:4, American Standard Version

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2 Kings 20 — Context

1

In those days was Hezekiah sick unto death. And Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz came to him, and said unto him, Thus saith Jehovah, Set thy house in order; for thou shalt die, and not live.

2

Then he turned his face to the wall, and prayed unto Jehovah, saying,

3

Remember now, O Jehovah, I beseech thee, how I have walked before thee in truth and with a perfect heart, and have done that which is good in thy sight. And Hezekiah wept sore.

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And it came to pass, before Isaiah was gone out into the middle part of the city, that the word of Jehovah came to him, saying,

5

Turn back, and say to Hezekiah the prince of my people, Thus saith Jehovah, the God of David thy father, I have heard thy prayer, I have seen thy tears: behold, I will heal thee; on the third day thou shalt go up unto the house of Jehovah.

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And I will add unto thy days fifteen years; and I will deliver thee and this city out of the hand of the king of Assyria; and I will defend this city for mine own sake, and for my servant David’s sake.

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And Isaiah said, Take a cake of figs. And they took and laid it on the boil, and he recovered.

2 Kings 20:4 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Kings 20:4 say?
2 Kings 20:4 in the American Standard Version reads: “And it came to pass, before Isaiah was gone out into the middle part of the city, that the word of Jehovah came to him, saying, ”
Where is 2 Kings 20:4 in the Bible?
2 Kings 20:4 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Kings, chapter 20, verse 4.
Who wrote 2 Kings?
2 Kings is traditionally attributed to Anonymous (traditionally Jeremiah). It was written c. 561–538 BC.
What is the book of 2 Kings about?
2 Kings carries the divided kingdom from Elijah and Elisha through the fall of both Israel and Judah. Despite the prophets' warnings, both kingdoms decline through idolatry — the north into Assyrian captivity, the south into Babylonian exile — fulfilling the covenant curses.
What are the major themes of 2 Kings?
2 Kings explores themes including Judgment, Exile, Prophets, Covenant Curses, Remnant. These themes shape the meaning and context of 2 Kings 20:4.
What translation should I read 2 Kings 20:4 in?
2 Kings 20:4 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 Kings 20:4?
2 Kings 20:4 reads (ASV): “And it came to pass, before Isaiah was gone out into the middle part of the city, that the word of Jehovah came to him, saying, ” 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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