Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version He sent Eliakim the palace administrator, Shebna the secretary and the leading priests, all wearing sackcloth, to the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz. New Living Translation And he sent Eliakim the palace administrator, Shebna the court secretary, and the leading priests, all dressed in burlap, to the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz. English Standard Version And he sent Eliakim, who was over the household, and Shebna the secretary, and the senior priests, covered with sackcloth, to the prophet Isaiah the son of Amoz. Berean Standard Bible And he sent Eliakim the palace administrator, Shebna the scribe, and the leading priests, all wearing sackcloth, to the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz Berean Literal Bible And he sent Eliakim who was over the house, and Shebna the scribe, and the elders of the priests, covering themselves with sackcloth, to Isaiah the prophet son of Amoz. King James Bible And he sent Eliakim, which was over the household, and Shebna the scribe, and the elders of the priests, covered with sackcloth, to Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz. New King James Version Then he sent Eliakim, who was over the household, Shebna the scribe, and the elders of the priests, covered with sackcloth, to Isaiah the prophet, the son of Amoz. New American Standard Bible Then he sent Eliakim, who was in charge of the household, with Shebna the scribe and the elders of the priests, covered with sackcloth, to Isaiah the prophet, the son of Amoz. NASB 1995 Then he sent Eliakim who was over the household with Shebna the scribe and the elders of the priests, covered with sackcloth, to Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz. NASB 1977 Then he sent Eliakim who was over the household with Shebna the scribe and the elders of the priests, covered with sackcloth, to Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz. Legacy Standard Bible Then he sent Eliakim who was over the household with Shebna the scribe and the elders of the priests, covered with sackcloth, to Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz. Amplified Bible Then he sent Eliakim who was in charge of his household, Shebna the scribe, and the elders of the priests, covered with sackcloth, to Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz. Berean Annotated Bible And he sent Eliakim (GGod sets up) the palace administrator, Shebna (vigor) the scribe, and the leading priests, all wearing sackcloth, to the prophet Isaiah (YHWH has saved) son of Amoz (strong) Christian Standard Bible He sent Eliakim, who was in charge of the palace, Shebna the court secretary, and the leading priests, who were covered with sackcloth, to the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz. Holman Christian Standard Bible Then he sent Eliakim, who was in charge of the palace, Shebna the court secretary, and the leading priests, who were wearing sackcloth, to the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz. American Standard Version And he sent Eliakim, who was over the household, and Shebna the scribe, and the elders of the priests, covered with sackcloth, unto Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz. Contemporary English Version He told Prime Minister Eliakim, Assistant Prime Minister Shebna, and the senior priests to dress in sackcloth and tell the prophet Isaiah: English Revised Version And he sent Eliakim, which was over the household, and Shebna the scribe, and the elders of the priests, covered with sackcloth, unto Isaiah the prophet, the son of Amoz. GOD'S WORD® Translation Then he sent Eliakim, who was in charge of the palace, Shebna the scribe, and the leaders of the priests, clothed in sackcloth, to the prophet Isaiah, son of Amoz. Good News Translation He sent Eliakim, the official in charge of the palace, Shebna, the court secretary, and the senior priests to the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz. They also were wearing sackcloth. International Standard Version and sent Eliakim the household supervisor, Shebna the scribe, and the elders of the priests—all of them covered in sackcloth—to Amoz's son, the prophet Isaiah. NET Bible He sent Eliakim the palace supervisor, Shebna the scribe, and the leading priests, clothed in sackcloth, with this message to the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz: New Heart English Bible He sent Eliakim, who was over the household, and Shebna the scribe, and the elders of the priests, covered with sackcloth, to Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz. Webster's Bible Translation And he sent Eliakim, who was over the household, and Shebna the scribe, and the elders of the priests, covered with sackcloth, to Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd he sent Eliakim the palace administrator, Shebna the scribe, and the leading priests, all wearing sackcloth, to the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz World English Bible He sent Eliakim, who was over the household, Shebna the scribe, and the elders of the priests, covered with sackcloth, to Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand sends Eliakim, who [is] over the house, and Shebna the scribe, and the elderly of the priests, covering themselves with sackcloth, to Isaiah the prophet, son of Amoz, Berean Literal Bible And he sent Eliakim who was over the house, and Shebna the scribe, and the elders of the priests, covering themselves with sackcloth, to Isaiah the prophet son of Amoz. Young's Literal Translation and sendeth Eliakim, who is over the house, and Shebna the scribe, and the elders of the priests, covering themselves with sackcloth, unto Isaiah the prophet, son of Amoz, Smith's Literal Translation And he will send Eliakim who was over the house, and Shebna the scribe, and the old men of the priests, covered with sackcloth, to Isaiah the prophet, the son of Amos. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he sent Eliacim, who was over the house, and Sobna the scribe, and the ancients of the priests covered with sackcloths, to Isaias the prophet the son of Amos, Catholic Public Domain Version And he sent Eliakim, the first ruler of the house, and Shebnah, the scribe, and the elders from the priests, covered with sackcloth, to the prophet Isaiah, the son of Amoz. New American Bible He sent Eliakim, the master of the palace, Shebnah the scribe, and the elders of the priests, covered with sackcloth, to tell the prophet Isaiah, son of Amoz, New Revised Standard Version And he sent Eliakim, who was in charge of the palace, and Shebna the secretary, and the senior priests, covered with sackcloth, to the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd he sent Eliakim, the steward of the household, and Shebna the scribe and the elders of the priests, covered with sackcloth, to Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Eliakim Master of the house and Shebna the Scribe and the Elders of the Priests, while covered in sackcloth, sent to Isaiah the Prophet, son of Amuts OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And he sent Eliakim, who was over the household, and Shebna the scribe, and the elders of the priests, covered with sackcloth, unto Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz. Brenton Septuagint Translation And he sent Heliakim the steward, and Somnas the scribe, and the elders of the priests, clothed with sackcloth, to Esaias the prophet the son of Amos. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Isaiah's Message of Deliverance1On hearing this report, King Hezekiah tore his clothes, put on sackcloth, and entered the house of the LORD. 2And he sent Eliakim the palace administrator, Shebna the scribe, and the leading priests, all wearing sackcloth, to the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz 3to tell him, “This is what Hezekiah says: Today is a day of distress, rebuke, and disgrace; for children have come to the point of birth, but there is no strength to deliver them.… Cross References And he sent Eliakim the palace administrator, 2 Kings 18:18 Then they called for the king. And Eliakim son of Hilkiah the palace administrator, Shebnah the scribe, and Joah son of Asaph the recorder, went out to them. Isaiah 22:20-22 On that day I will summon My servant, Eliakim son of Hilkiah. / I will clothe him with your robe and tie your sash around him. I will put your authority in his hand, and he will be a father to the dwellers of Jerusalem and to the house of Judah. / I will place on his shoulder the key to the house of David. What he opens no one can shut, and what he shuts no one can open. Isaiah 36:3 Then Eliakim son of Hilkiah the palace administrator, Shebna the scribe, and Joah son of Asaph the recorder, went out to him. Shebna the scribe, 2 Kings 18:37 Then Hilkiah’s son Eliakim the palace administrator, Shebna the scribe, and Asaph’s son Joah the recorder came to Hezekiah with their clothes torn, and they relayed to him the words of the Rabshakeh. Isaiah 22:15-19 This is what the Lord GOD of Hosts says: “Go, say to Shebna, the steward in charge of the palace: / What are you doing here, and who authorized you to carve out a tomb for yourself here—to chisel your tomb in the height and cut your resting place in the rock? / Look, O mighty man! The LORD is about to shake you violently. He will take hold of you, … Ezra 7:6 this Ezra came up from Babylon. He was a scribe skilled in the Law of Moses, which the LORD, the God of Israel, had given. The king had granted Ezra all his requests, for the hand of the LORD his God was upon him. and the leading priests, Ezra 10:5 So Ezra got up and made the leading priests, Levites, and all Israel take an oath to do what had been said. And they took the oath. 2 Chronicles 36:14 Furthermore, all the leaders of the priests and the people multiplied their unfaithful deeds, following all the abominations of the nations, and they defiled the house of the LORD, which He had consecrated in Jerusalem. all wearing sackcloth, 1 Kings 21:27 When Ahab heard these words, he tore his clothes, put on sackcloth, and fasted. He lay down in sackcloth and walked around meekly. Jonah 3:5-6 And the Ninevites believed God. They proclaimed a fast and dressed in sackcloth, from the greatest of them to the least. / When word reached the king of Nineveh, he got up from his throne, took off his royal robe, covered himself with sackcloth, and sat in ashes. Esther 4:1-3 When Mordecai learned of all that had happened, he tore his clothes, put on sackcloth and ashes, and went out into the middle of the city, wailing loudly and bitterly. / But he went only as far as the king’s gate, because the law prohibited anyone wearing sackcloth from entering that gate. / In every province to which the king’s command and edict came, there was great mourning among the Jews. They fasted, wept, and lamented, and many lay in sackcloth and ashes. to the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz Isaiah 1:1 This is the vision concerning Judah and Jerusalem that Isaiah son of Amoz saw during the reigns of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah. 2 Chronicles 32:32 As for the rest of the acts of Hezekiah and his deeds of loving devotion, they are indeed written in the vision of the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz in the Book of the Kings of Judah and Israel. 2 Kings 20:1 In those days Hezekiah became mortally ill. The prophet Isaiah son of Amoz came to him and said, “This is what the LORD says: ‘Put your house in order, for you are about to die; you will not recover.’” Isaiah 37:2 And he sent Eliakim the palace administrator, Shebna the scribe, and the leading priests, all wearing sackcloth, to the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz 2 Chronicles 32:20 In response, King Hezekiah and the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz cried out to heaven in prayer, Treasury of Scripture And he sent Eliakim, which was over the household, and Shebna the scribe, and the elders of the priests, covered with sackcloth, to Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz. he sent Eliakim. 2 Kings 18:18 And when they had called to the king, there came out to them Eliakim the son of Hilkiah, which was over the household, and Shebna the scribe, and Joah the son of Asaph the recorder. 2 Kings 22:13,14 Go ye, inquire of the LORD for me, and for the people, and for all Judah, concerning the words of this book that is found: for great is the wrath of the LORD that is kindled against us, because our fathers have not hearkened unto the words of this book, to do according unto all that which is written concerning us… Isaiah 37:2-5 And he sent Eliakim, who was over the household, and Shebna the scribe, and the elders of the priests covered with sackcloth, unto Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz… to Isaiah. 2 Chronicles 26:22 Now the rest of the acts of Uzziah, first and last, did Isaiah the prophet, the son of Amoz, write. Matthew 4:14 That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying, Luke 3:4 As it is written in the book of the words of Esaias the prophet, saying, The voice of one crying in the wilderness, Prepare ye the way of the Lord, make his paths straight. Esaias. Isaiah 1:1 The vision of Isaiah the son of Amoz, which he saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem in the days of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah. Isaiah 2:1 The word that Isaiah the son of Amoz saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem. Jump to Previous Administrator Amoz Chief Covered Covering Dressed Elders Eliakim Eli'akim Haircloth House Household Isaiah Leading Palace Priests Prophet Sackcloth Scribe Secretary Senior Shebna Themselves WearingJump to Next Administrator Amoz Chief Covered Covering Dressed Elders Eliakim Eli'akim Haircloth House Household Isaiah Leading Palace Priests Prophet Sackcloth Scribe Secretary Senior Shebna Themselves Wearing2 Kings 19 1. Hezekiah, in mourning, sends to Isaiah to pray for them.6. Isaiah comforts them. 8. Sennacherib, going to encounter Tirhakah, sends a blasphemous letter to Hezekiah. 14. Hezekiah's prayer. 20. Isaiah's prophecy of the destruction of Sennacherib, and the good of Zion. 35. An angel slays the Assyrians. 36. Sennacherib is slain by his own sons. And he sent Eliakim the palace administrator Eliakim, the palace administrator, held a significant position in the royal court of Judah, responsible for managing the king's household and affairs. His role indicates the seriousness of the situation, as only trusted officials would be sent on such a mission. This reflects the gravity of the Assyrian threat under King Sennacherib. Eliakim's involvement underscores the importance of seeking divine guidance during national crises, a theme consistent throughout the Old Testament. Shebna the scribe and the leading priests all wearing sackcloth to the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz Persons / Places / Events 1. EliakimThe palace administrator, a high-ranking official in King Hezekiah's court, tasked with managing the affairs of the royal household. 2. Shebna The scribe, another important official, responsible for recording and managing documents and communications. 3. Leading Priests Religious leaders who played a crucial role in spiritual matters and were involved in seeking divine guidance during crises. 4. Isaiah son of Amoz A major prophet in Judah, known for his prophecies and counsel during the reign of King Hezekiah. 5. Sackcloth A coarse material worn as a sign of mourning, repentance, or distress, indicating the gravity of the situation faced by Judah. Teaching Points Seeking Godly CounselIn times of crisis, it is crucial to seek guidance from those who are spiritually mature and grounded in God's Word, as Hezekiah did by consulting Isaiah. The Role of Humility Wearing sackcloth symbolizes humility and repentance. In our lives, we must approach God with a humble heart, acknowledging our dependence on Him. The Power of Prayer Hezekiah's actions remind us of the importance of turning to God in prayer during difficult times, trusting in His power and wisdom to deliver us. Community in Crisis The involvement of multiple leaders and priests highlights the importance of community and collective action in seeking God's intervention. Faith in God's Promises Isaiah's role as a prophet underscores the importance of holding onto God's promises and trusting in His faithfulness, even when circumstances seem dire. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 19:2?2. How does 2 Kings 19:2 demonstrate the importance of seeking godly counsel in crises? 3. What role do Eliakim, Shebna, and the elders play in 2 Kings 19:2? 4. How can we apply Hezekiah's response in 2 Kings 19:2 to our challenges? 5. What other biblical instances show leaders seeking prophetic guidance during difficult times? 6. How does 2 Kings 19:2 encourage us to prioritize prayer and spiritual leadership? 7. What historical evidence supports the events described in 2 Kings 19:2? 8. How does 2 Kings 19:2 reflect the power dynamics of ancient Israel? 9. What is the significance of Hezekiah's actions in 2 Kings 19:2? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 19? 11. If Isaiah truly walked “naked and barefoot” for three years (Isaiah 20:2–3), why doesn’t any external source mention such a shocking act, and how could it have gone unnoticed by contemporaries? 12. If 2 Kings 19:20-34 and Isaiah 37:21-35 recount the same event, why are there variations in details between the two texts? 13. Why do Isaiah 37:33-35 and parallel biblical accounts (e.g., 2 Kings 19) differ in describing Sennacherib's retreat and the exact nature of the Assyrian defeat? 14. How can 2 Samuel 19:18-23 reconcile David's promise to spare Shimei with later biblical texts (e.g., 1 Kings 2:8-9) commanding his execution? What Does 2 Kings 19:2 Mean And he sent• “He” refers to King Hezekiah, who has just received the frightening report of Assyria’s taunts (2 Kings 18:17–19:1). Instead of panicking or rushing into political alliances, Hezekiah promptly dispatches a delegation—showing that his first instinct is to seek the LORD’s counsel (cf. 2 Chron 32:20). • The act of sending underscores a heart that looks beyond human resources. Just as Jehoshaphat “set himself to seek the LORD” (2 Chron 20:3), Hezekiah sets a pattern of godly leadership that turns to divine guidance before anything else. Eliakim the palace administrator • Eliakim holds the highest court office, managing the royal household (2 Kings 18:18). His inclusion tells us Hezekiah is not delegating spiritual concerns to lower ranks; the crisis demands the attention of his most trusted official. • Isaiah had earlier prophesied that Eliakim would be “a peg driven in a firm place” (Isaiah 22:20-23), a dependable servant God would honor. Now Eliakim’s faithfulness is on display as he represents the king in this urgent mission. Shebna the scribe • The scribe functioned as royal secretary and historian (2 Samuel 8:17). Even though Shebna was previously rebuked by Isaiah for pride (Isaiah 22:15-19), he is still entrusted here, suggesting either repentance or at least a willingness to serve under Eliakim’s leadership. • His presence reminds us that God can still use imperfect people when they humble themselves (cf. 2 Timothy 2:13). and the leading priests • By adding senior priests, Hezekiah signals that this is more than a diplomatic errand—it is a spiritual appeal on behalf of the nation (Numbers 27:5; 1 Samuel 2:28). • Priests represented the people before God; including them highlights Judah’s collective need for mercy, much like the priests who blew trumpets when Jehoshaphat sought the LORD (2 Chron 20:21-22). all wearing sackcloth • Sackcloth, a rough garment of goat hair, was the traditional outward sign of grief, humility, and repentance (Jonah 3:5-6; Esther 4:1). • Their attire tells Isaiah—and more importantly, God—that Judah’s leaders are not coming in royal splendor but in brokenness, acknowledging their sin and helplessness. • This mirrors Hezekiah’s own sackcloth in the previous verse (2 Kings 19:1), uniting king and servants in corporate contrition before the LORD. to the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz • Isaiah stands as God’s authorized mouthpiece (Deuteronomy 18:18); therefore, the delegation seeks a direct word from the LORD rather than political advice. • By approaching Isaiah, Hezekiah affirms the prophetic office and the sufficiency of God’s revelation. The outcome in 2 Kings 19:5-7 shows the wisdom of that choice—God answers with assurance of deliverance, ultimately destroying the Assyrian army (2 Kings 19:35-36). • This pattern echoes Samuel’s role in guiding Israel (1 Samuel 7:8-9) and points forward to the ultimate Prophet who perfectly reveals God’s will (Hebrews 1:1-2). summary 2 Kings 19:2 records Hezekiah’s deliberate, humble response to crisis. He sends his highest officials and priests, clothed in sackcloth, to God’s prophet. The verse highlights: • Leadership that turns first to divine counsel. • The value of godly, trustworthy representatives. • National repentance symbolized by sackcloth. • Confidence in the prophetic word as the final authority. Taken together, the verse teaches that genuine faith seeks God’s voice, acknowledges sin, and trusts His promise of deliverance. (2) And he sent Eliakim . . .--See the Note on 2Kings 3:12; and comp. 2Kings 13:14; 2Kings 22:14; Jeremiah 37:3. Knobel (on Isaiah) remarks that this distinguished embassy speaks for the high estimation in which the prophet stood.The elders of the priests--i.e., the heads of the sacerdotal caste (pr¢ceres, not senes). Verse 2. - And he sent Eliakim, which was over the household, and Shebna the scribe, and the elders of the priests. "The elders of the priests" are aged men holding the priestly office, not necessarily the high priest, or the most notable or most dignified of the priests. The king felt that his best hope, so far as man was concerned, lay in the prophetical order. Isaiah, Hosed, Joel, Micah, and perhaps Obadiah, were the prophets of the time; but it is not clear that any of them were accessible except Isaiah. He had been Ahaz's counselor (Isaiah 7:4-16), and was now certainly among the regular counselors of Hezekiah. Moreover, he was in Jerusalem, and could readily be consulted. Hezekiah, therefore, sends to him in his distress, and sends a most honorable and dignified embassy. It is his intention to treat the prophet with the utmost respect and courtesy. No doubt, at this period the prophetical order stood higher than the priestly one in general estimation; and not unworthily. If any living man could give the king sound advice under the circumstances, it was the son of Amoz. Covered with sackcloth. Probably by the king's command. Hezekiah wished to emphasize his own horror and grief in the eyes of the prophet, and could only do so by making his messengers assume the garb which he had judged suitable for himself on the occasion. To Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz. Nothing morels known of Amoz beyond his being Isaiah's father. He is not to be confounded with the Prophet Amos, whose name is spelt quite differently: עָמוס, not אמוץ.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Then he sentוַ֠יִּשְׁלַח (way·yiš·laḥ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7971: To send away, for, out Eliakim אֶלְיָקִ֨ים (’el·yā·qîm) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 471: Eliakim -- 'God sets up', three Israelites the palace הַבַּ֜יִת (hab·ba·yiṯ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1004: A house administrator, עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against Shebna וְשֶׁבְנָ֣א (wə·šeḇ·nā) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 7644: Shebna -- secretary and majordomo of Hezekiah the scribe, הַסֹּפֵ֗ר (has·sō·p̄êr) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5608: To count, recount, relate and the leading זִקְנֵ֣י (ziq·nê) Adjective - masculine plural construct Strong's 2205: Old priests, הַכֹּֽהֲנִ֔ים (hak·kō·hă·nîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3548: Priest all wearing מִתְכַּסִּ֖ים (miṯ·kas·sîm) Verb - Hitpael - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 3680: To plump, fill up hollows, to cover sackcloth, בַּשַּׂקִּ֑ים (baś·śaq·qîm) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 8242: A mesh, coarse loose cloth, sacking, a bag to אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to the prophet הַנָּבִ֖יא (han·nā·ḇî) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5030: A spokesman, speaker, prophet Isaiah יְשַֽׁעְיָ֥הוּ (yə·ša‘·yā·hū) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3470: Isaiah -- 'salvation of Yah', four Israelites son בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of Amoz אָמֽוֹץ׃ (’ā·mō·wṣ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 531: Amoz -- 'strong', the father of Isaiah Links 2 Kings 19:2 NIV2 Kings 19:2 NLT 2 Kings 19:2 ESV 2 Kings 19:2 NASB 2 Kings 19:2 KJV 2 Kings 19:2 BibleApps.com 2 Kings 19:2 Biblia Paralela 2 Kings 19:2 Chinese Bible 2 Kings 19:2 French Bible 2 Kings 19:2 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Kings 19:2 He sent Eliakim who was over (2Ki iiKi ii ki 2 kg 2kg) |
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