2 Chronicles 32:24
New International Version
In those days Hezekiah became ill and was at the point of death. He prayed to the LORD, who answered him and gave him a miraculous sign.

New Living Translation
About that time Hezekiah became deathly ill. He prayed to the LORD, who healed him and gave him a miraculous sign.

English Standard Version
In those days Hezekiah became sick and was at the point of death, and he prayed to the LORD, and he answered him and gave him a sign.

Berean Standard Bible
In those days Hezekiah became mortally ill. So he prayed to the LORD, who spoke to him and gave him a sign.

King James Bible
In those days Hezekiah was sick to the death, and prayed unto the LORD: and he spake unto him, and he gave him a sign.

New King James Version
In those days Hezekiah was sick and near death, and he prayed to the LORD; and He spoke to him and gave him a sign.

New American Standard Bible
In those days Hezekiah became mortally ill; and he prayed to the LORD, and the LORD spoke to him and gave him a sign.

NASB 1995
In those days Hezekiah became mortally ill; and he prayed to the LORD, and the LORD spoke to him and gave him a sign.

NASB 1977
In those days Hezekiah became mortally ill; and he prayed to the LORD, and the LORD spoke to him and gave him a sign.

Legacy Standard Bible
In those days Hezekiah became sick to the point of death; and he prayed to Yahweh, and Yahweh spoke to him and gave him a miraculous sign.

Amplified Bible
In those days Hezekiah became terminally ill; and he prayed to the LORD, and He answered him and gave him a [miraculous] sign.

Christian Standard Bible
In those days Hezekiah became sick to the point of death, so he prayed to the LORD, who spoke to him and gave him a miraculous sign.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
In those days Hezekiah became sick to the point of death, so he prayed to the LORD, and He spoke to him and gave him a miraculous sign.

American Standard Version
In those days Hezekiah was sick even unto death: and he prayed unto Jehovah; and he spake unto him, and gave him a sign.

Contemporary English Version
About this same time, Hezekiah got sick and was almost dead. He prayed, and the LORD gave him a sign that he would recover.

English Revised Version
In those days Hezekiah was sick even unto death: and he prayed unto the LORD; and he spake unto him, and gave him a sign.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
In those days Hezekiah became sick and was about to die. He prayed to the LORD, who answered him and gave him a miraculous sign.

Good News Translation
About this time King Hezekiah became sick and almost died. He prayed, and the LORD gave him a sign that he would recover.

International Standard Version
During this time Hezekiah became critically ill, and he prayed to the LORD. The LORD spoke to him and gave him a sign.

Majority Standard Bible
In those days Hezekiah became mortally ill. So he prayed to the LORD, who spoke to him and gave him a sign.

NET Bible
In those days Hezekiah was stricken with a terminal illness. He prayed to the LORD, who answered him and gave him a sign confirming that he would be healed.

New Heart English Bible
In those days Hezekiah was sick even to death: and he prayed to the LORD; and he spoke to him, and gave him a sign.

Webster's Bible Translation
In those days Hezekiah was sick and near to death, and he prayed to the LORD: and he spoke to him, and he gave him a sign.

World English Bible
In those days Hezekiah was terminally ill, and he prayed to Yahweh; and he spoke to him, and gave him a sign.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
In those days Hezekiah has been sick even to death, and he prays to YHWH, and He speaks to him and has appointed a wonder for him;

Young's Literal Translation
In those days hath Hezekiah been sick even unto death, and he prayeth unto Jehovah, and He speaketh to him, and a wonder hath appointed for him;

Smith's Literal Translation
In those days Hezekiah was sick even to death, and he will pray to Jehovah: and he will say to him, and be gave to him a sign.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
In those days Ezechias was sick even to death, and he prayed to the Lord: and he heard him, and gave him a sign.

Catholic Public Domain Version
In those days, Hezekiah was sick, even unto death, and he prayed to the Lord. And he heeded him, and gave to him a sign.

New American Bible
In those days Hezekiah became mortally ill. He prayed to the LORD, who answered him by giving him a sign.

New Revised Standard Version
In those days Hezekiah became sick and was at the point of death. He prayed to the LORD, and he answered him and gave him a sign.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
In those days Hezekiah was sick to death, and he prayed before the LORD and said, Thou hast performed mighty miracles for me and thou hast rewarded me according to the works of my hands.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And after these things, in those days Hezekiah became ill unto death, and he prayed before LORD JEHOVAH, and he said: “You have done many miracles for me, and you have turned toward me, not according to the work of my hands.”
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
In those days Hezekiah was sick even unto death; and he prayed unto the LORD; and He spoke unto him, and gave him a sign.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
In those days Ezekias was sick even to death, and prayed to the Lord: and he hearkened to him, and gave him a sign.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Hezekiah's Illness and Recovery
24In those days Hezekiah became mortally ill. So he prayed to the LORD, who spoke to him and gave him a sign. 25But because his heart was proud, Hezekiah did not repay the favor shown to him. Therefore wrath came upon him and upon Judah and Jerusalem.…

Cross References
2 Kings 20:1-11
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.’” / Then Hezekiah turned his face to the wall and prayed to the LORD, saying, / “Please, O LORD, remember how I have walked before You faithfully and with wholehearted devotion; I have done what is good in Your sight.” And Hezekiah wept bitterly. ...

Isaiah 38:1-8
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.’” / Then Hezekiah turned his face to the wall and prayed to the LORD, / saying, “Please, O LORD, remember how I have walked before You faithfully and with wholehearted devotion; I have done what is good in Your sight.” And Hezekiah wept bitterly. ...

2 Kings 18:13-16
In the fourteenth year of Hezekiah’s reign, Sennacherib king of Assyria attacked and captured all the fortified cities of Judah. / So Hezekiah king of Judah sent word to the king of Assyria at Lachish, saying, “I have done wrong; withdraw from me, and I will pay whatever you demand from me.” And the king of Assyria exacted from Hezekiah king of Judah three hundred talents of silver and thirty talents of gold. / Hezekiah gave him all the silver that was found in the house of the LORD and in the treasuries of the royal palace. ...

Isaiah 39:1-8
At that time Merodach-baladan son of Baladan king of Babylon sent letters and a gift to Hezekiah, for he had heard about Hezekiah’s illness and recovery. / And Hezekiah welcomed the envoys gladly and showed them what was in his treasure house—the silver, the gold, the spices, and the precious oil, as well as his entire armory—all that was found in his storehouses. There was nothing in his palace or in all his dominion that Hezekiah did not show them. / Then the prophet Isaiah went to King Hezekiah and asked, “Where did those men come from, and what did they say to you?” “They came to me from a distant land,” Hezekiah replied, “from Babylon.” ...

2 Kings 19:14-19
So Hezekiah received the letter from the messengers, read it, and went up to the house of the LORD and spread it out before the LORD. / And Hezekiah prayed before the LORD: “O LORD, God of Israel, enthroned between the cherubim, You alone are God over all the kingdoms of the earth. You made the heavens and the earth. / Incline Your ear, O LORD, and hear; open Your eyes, O LORD, and see. Listen to the words that Sennacherib has sent to defy the living God. ...

Psalm 30:2
O LORD my God, I cried to You for help, and You healed me.

Psalm 103:3
He who forgives all your iniquities and heals all your diseases,

James 5:15
And the prayer offered in faith will restore the one who is sick. The Lord will raise him up. If he has sinned, he will be forgiven.

Matthew 9:22
Jesus turned and saw her. “Take courage, daughter,” He said, “your faith has healed you.” And the woman was healed from that very hour.

Mark 5:34
“Daughter,” said Jesus, “your faith has healed you. Go in peace and be free of your affliction.”

Luke 8:48
“Daughter,” said Jesus, “your faith has healed you. Go in peace.”

John 4:50
“Go,” said Jesus. “Your son will live.” The man took Jesus at His word and departed.

Acts 9:34
“Aeneas,” Peter said to him, “Jesus Christ heals you! Get up and put away your mat.” Immediately Aeneas got up,

Philippians 2:27
He was sick indeed, nearly unto death. But God had mercy on him, and not only on him but also on me, to spare me sorrow upon sorrow.

2 Corinthians 1:10
He has delivered us from such a deadly peril, and He will deliver us. In Him we have placed our hope that He will yet again deliver us,


Treasury of Scripture

In those days Hezekiah was sick to the death, and prayed to the LORD: and he spoke to him, and he gave him a sign.

Hezekiah

2 Kings 20:1-3
In those days was Hezekiah sick unto death. And the prophet Isaiah the son of Amoz came to him, and said unto him, Thus saith the LORD, Set thine house in order; for thou shalt die, and not live…

Isaiah 38:1-3
In those days was Hezekiah sick unto death. And Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz came unto him, and said unto him, Thus saith the LORD, Set thine house in order: for thou shalt die, and not live…

gave him a sign.

2 Chronicles 32:3
He took counsel with his princes and his mighty men to stop the waters of the fountains which were without the city: and they did help him.

2 Kings 20:4-11
And it came to pass, afore Isaiah was gone out into the middle court, that the word of the LORD came to him, saying, …

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2 Chronicles 32
1. Sennacherib invading Judah, Hezekiah fortifies himself, and encourages his people
9. Hezekiah and Isaiah pray against the blasphemies of Sennarchib
21. An angel destroys the host of the Assyrians
24. Hezekiah praying in his sickness, God gives him a sign of recovery
25. His proud heart is humbled by God
27. His wealth and works
31. His error in the ambassage of Babylon
32. He dying, Manasseh succeeds him














In those days
This phrase sets the historical context for the events described in 2 Chronicles 32:24. "In those days" refers to the period of King Hezekiah's reign over Judah, a time marked by significant religious reforms and political challenges. Hezekiah was a king who sought to restore the worship of Yahweh and rid the nation of idolatry. Historically, this was a tumultuous period, with the Assyrian Empire posing a constant threat to the smaller kingdoms of the region. The phrase invites readers to consider the broader narrative of Hezekiah's life and reign, which is characterized by both faithfulness and human frailty.

Hezekiah
Hezekiah was the 13th king of Judah, known for his piety and trust in God. His name in Hebrew, "חִזְקִיָּהוּ" (Chizqiyahu), means "Yahweh strengthens." This is significant as it reflects the king's reliance on divine strength rather than solely on his own abilities or political alliances. Hezekiah's reign is documented in both 2 Kings and 2 Chronicles, where he is portrayed as a reformer who sought to bring his people back to the worship of the one true God. His life serves as an example of how leadership rooted in faith can lead to national renewal and divine intervention.

became mortally ill
This phrase indicates a severe illness that threatened Hezekiah's life. The Hebrew word for "mortally ill" suggests a sickness that was beyond human remedy, emphasizing the gravity of his condition. In the ancient Near East, illness was often seen as a sign of divine displeasure or a test of faith. Hezekiah's illness, therefore, becomes a pivotal moment in his life, challenging him to seek God's intervention. It serves as a reminder of human vulnerability and the need for divine grace in times of crisis.

he prayed to the LORD
Hezekiah's response to his illness was to turn to God in prayer. This act of faith is central to the narrative, highlighting the importance of prayer as a means of seeking divine help and guidance. The Hebrew word for "prayed" (פָּלַל, palal) conveys a sense of intercession and supplication, indicating that Hezekiah earnestly sought God's favor. This moment underscores the power of prayer in the life of a believer and the assurance that God hears and responds to the cries of His people.

who answered him
God's response to Hezekiah's prayer is a testament to His faithfulness and compassion. The phrase "who answered him" reflects the personal nature of God's relationship with His people. In the Hebrew context, the idea of God answering prayer is not just about receiving what is asked for, but about entering into a deeper communion with the divine. This assurance of answered prayer encourages believers to approach God with confidence, knowing that He is attentive to their needs and concerns.

and gave him a sign
The sign given to Hezekiah was a miraculous confirmation of God's promise to heal him and extend his life. In the biblical narrative, signs often serve as tangible evidence of God's power and presence. The specific sign given to Hezekiah, as detailed in 2 Kings 20:8-11, involved the shadow on the sundial moving backward, a supernatural event that affirmed God's control over time and nature. This sign not only reassured Hezekiah of his healing but also strengthened his faith and the faith of the nation. It serves as a reminder that God is sovereign and capable of intervening in the natural order to fulfill His purposes.

HEZEKIAH'S SICKNESS--HIS PRIDE AND WEALTH--THE BABYLONIAN EMBASSY--CONCLUSION (2Chronicles 32:24-33).

(24) In those days Hezekiah was sick.--This single verse epitomises 2Kings 20:1-11; Isaiah 38

To the death.--Unto dying.

He spake unto him.--By the mouth of Isaiah.

And he gave him a sign.--The recession of the shadow on the dial of Ahaz. Literally, and a sign He gave him; the emphatic word first.

Verse 24. - The extreme brevity again of our compiler, in the account of Hezekiah's illness, and his passing so lightly over whatever in it cast shades upon his character and career, cannot escape our notice. Much fuller is the narrative of 2 Kings 20:1-21. Gave him a sign (see 2 Kings 20:8-11, and our ver. 31, middle clause. See also at length of the sickness of Hezekiah, Isaiah 38.).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
In those
הָהֵ֔ם (hā·hêm)
Article | Pronoun - third person masculine plural
Strong's 1992: They

days
בַּיָּמִ֣ים (bay·yā·mîm)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 3117: A day

Hezekiah
יְחִזְקִיָּ֖הוּ (yə·ḥiz·qî·yā·hū)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2396: Hezekiah -- 'Yah has strengthened', a king of Judah, also several other Israelites

became
עַד־ (‘aḏ-)
Preposition
Strong's 5704: As far as, even to, up to, until, while

mortally
לָמ֑וּת (lā·mūṯ)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 4191: To die, to kill

ill.
חָלָ֥ה (ḥā·lāh)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 2470: To be weak or sick

So he prayed
וַיִּתְפַּלֵּל֙ (way·yiṯ·pal·lêl)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hitpael - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6419: To judge, to intercede, pray

to
אֶל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

the LORD,
יְהוָ֔ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

who spoke
וַיֹּ֣אמֶר (way·yō·mer)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 559: To utter, say

to him
ל֔וֹ (lōw)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's Hebrew

and gave
נָ֥תַן (nā·ṯan)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5414: To give, put, set

him
לֽוֹ׃ (lōw)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's Hebrew

a sign.
וּמוֹפֵ֖ת (ū·mō·w·p̄êṯ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4159: A miracle, a token, omen


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