Isaiah 37:5
New International Version
When King Hezekiah’s officials came to Isaiah,

New Living Translation
After King Hezekiah’s officials delivered the king’s message to Isaiah,

English Standard Version
When the servants of King Hezekiah came to Isaiah,

Berean Standard Bible
So the servants of King Hezekiah went to Isaiah,

King James Bible
So the servants of king Hezekiah came to Isaiah.

New King James Version
So the servants of King Hezekiah came to Isaiah.

New American Standard Bible
So the servants of King Hezekiah came to Isaiah.

NASB 1995
So the servants of King Hezekiah came to Isaiah.

NASB 1977
So the servants of King Hezekiah came to Isaiah.

Legacy Standard Bible
So the servants of King Hezekiah came to Isaiah.

Amplified Bible
So the servants of King Hezekiah came to Isaiah.

Christian Standard Bible
So the servants of King Hezekiah went to Isaiah,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
So the servants of King Hezekiah went to Isaiah,

American Standard Version
So the servants of king Hezekiah came to Isaiah.

Contemporary English Version
When these leaders came to me,

English Revised Version
So the servants of king Hezekiah came to Isaiah.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
So King Hezekiah's men went to Isaiah.

Good News Translation
When Isaiah received King Hezekiah's message,

International Standard Version
That's why King Hezekiah's officials came to Isaiah.

Majority Standard Bible
So the servants of King Hezekiah went to Isaiah,

NET Bible
When King Hezekiah's servants came to Isaiah,

New Heart English Bible
So the servants of king Hezekiah came to Isaiah.

Webster's Bible Translation
So the servants of king Hezekiah came to Isaiah.

World English Bible
So the servants of King Hezekiah came to Isaiah.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And the servants of King Hezekiah come to Isaiah,

Young's Literal Translation
And the servants of king Hezekiah come in unto Isaiah,

Smith's Literal Translation
And the servants of king Hezekiah will come to Isaiah.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the servants of Ezechias came to Isaias.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And so the servants of king Hezekiah went to Isaiah.

New American Bible
When the servants of King Hezekiah had come to Isaiah,

New Revised Standard Version
When the servants of King Hezekiah came to Isaiah,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
So the servants of King Hezekiah came to Isaiah.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the Servants of Hezekiah the King came to Eshaiya
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
So the servants of king Hezekiah came to Isaiah.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
So the servants of king Ezekias came to Esaias.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Isaiah's Message of Deliverance
4Perhaps the LORD your God will hear the words of the Rabshakeh, whom his master the king of Assyria has sent to defy the living God, and He will rebuke him for the words that the LORD your God has heard. Therefore lift up a prayer for the remnant that still survives.” 5So the servants of King Hezekiah went to Isaiah, 6who replied, “Tell your master that this is what the LORD says: ‘Do not be afraid of the words you have heard, with which the servants of the king of Assyria have blasphemed Me.…

Cross References
2 Kings 19:5
So the servants of King Hezekiah went to Isaiah,

Isaiah 36:22
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.

2 Chronicles 32:20
In response, King Hezekiah and the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz cried out to heaven in prayer,

Isaiah 7:3
Then the LORD said to Isaiah, “Go out with your son Shear-jashub to meet Ahaz at the end of the aqueduct that feeds the upper pool, on the road to the Launderer’s Field,

Isaiah 10:24
Therefore this is what the Lord GOD of Hosts says: “O My people who dwell in Zion, do not fear Assyria, who strikes you with a rod and lifts his staff against you as the Egyptians did.

Isaiah 30:1-2
“Woe to the rebellious children,” declares the LORD, “to those who carry out a plan that is not Mine, who form an alliance, but against My will, heaping up sin upon sin. / They set out to go down to Egypt without asking My advice, to seek shelter under Pharaoh’s protection and take refuge in Egypt’s shade.

Isaiah 31:1
Woe to those who go down to Egypt for help, who rely on horses, who trust in their abundance of chariots and in their multitude of horsemen. They do not look to the Holy One of Israel; they do not seek the LORD.

Isaiah 33:2
O LORD, be gracious to us! We wait for You. Be our strength every morning and our salvation in time of trouble.

Isaiah 38:1-2
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,

Jeremiah 42:2-4
Jeremiah the prophet and said, “May our petition come before you; pray to the LORD your God on behalf of this entire remnant. For few of us remain of the many, as you can see with your own eyes. / Pray that the LORD your God will tell us the way we should walk and the thing we should do.” / “I have heard you,” replied Jeremiah the prophet. “I will surely pray to the LORD your God as you request, and I will tell you everything that the LORD answers. I will not withhold a word from you.”

Jeremiah 21:2
“Please inquire of the LORD on our behalf, since Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon is waging war against us. Perhaps the LORD will perform for us something like all His past wonders, so that Nebuchadnezzar will withdraw from us.”

1 Samuel 7:8-9
and said to Samuel, “Do not stop crying out to the LORD our God for us, that He may save us from the hand of the Philistines.” / Then Samuel took a suckling lamb and offered it as a whole burnt offering to the LORD. He cried out to the LORD on behalf of Israel, and the LORD answered him.

1 Kings 13:6
Then the king responded to the man of God, “Intercede with the LORD your God and pray for me that my hand may be restored.” So the man of God interceded with the LORD, and the king’s hand was restored to him as it was before.

2 Kings 6:15-17
When the servant of the man of God got up and went out early in the morning, behold, an army with horses and chariots had surrounded the city. So he asked Elisha, “Oh, my master, what are we to do?” / “Do not be afraid,” Elisha answered, “for those who are with us are more than those who are with them.” / Then Elisha prayed, “O LORD, please open his eyes that he may see.” And the LORD opened the eyes of the young man, and he saw that the hills were full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha.

Matthew 18:19-20
Again, I tell you truly that if two of you on the earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by My Father in heaven. / For where two or three gather together in My name, there am I with them.”


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1. Hezekiah mourning, sends to Isaiah to pray for them
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So the servants of King Hezekiah
This phrase indicates the involvement of King Hezekiah's officials in a critical mission. Hezekiah was the king of Judah during a time of great threat from the Assyrian Empire. The term "servants" here refers to high-ranking officials or envoys, likely including Eliakim, Shebna, and Joah, as mentioned earlier in Isaiah 36:3. These individuals were trusted advisors and representatives of the king, tasked with seeking divine guidance during a national crisis. The historical context is the Assyrian siege of Jerusalem under King Sennacherib, a significant event in the late 8th century BC. This reflects the political and military pressures faced by Judah and the reliance on prophetic counsel in times of distress.

went to Isaiah
Isaiah was a major prophet in Judah, whose ministry spanned the reigns of several kings, including Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah. His role as a prophet was to convey God's messages to the people and the king, often providing guidance, warning, and hope. The act of going to Isaiah signifies seeking divine intervention and wisdom, acknowledging the prophet's authority as God's spokesperson. Isaiah's involvement highlights the importance of prophetic insight in the governance and spiritual life of Israel. This moment is pivotal, as it demonstrates the king's faith in God's power to deliver Judah from its enemies, contrasting with the reliance on political alliances or military strength. Isaiah's prophecies often pointed to the coming of the Messiah, and his writings include many messianic prophecies that Christians interpret as fulfilled in Jesus Christ.

Persons / Places / Events
1. King Hezekiah
The king of Judah during a time of great threat from the Assyrian Empire. He is known for his faithfulness to God and his efforts to reform the religious practices of Judah.

2. Isaiah
A major prophet in the Old Testament, Isaiah served as a spiritual advisor to King Hezekiah. He is known for his prophecies concerning both judgment and hope for Israel.

3. Servants of King Hezekiah
These are the messengers sent by Hezekiah to seek guidance from the prophet Isaiah during a crisis.

4. Assyrian Threat
The context of this verse is the impending invasion by the Assyrian army, led by King Sennacherib, which posed a significant threat to Jerusalem.

5. Jerusalem
The capital city of Judah, which was under threat from the Assyrian forces. It is a central location in the account of Isaiah and the history of Israel.
Teaching Points
Seeking Godly Counsel
Hezekiah's decision to send his servants to Isaiah highlights the importance of seeking godly counsel in times of crisis. In our lives, we should prioritize seeking wisdom from those who are spiritually mature and grounded in Scripture.

Faith in Action
Hezekiah's actions demonstrate faith in action. Rather than succumbing to fear, he actively sought God's guidance. We are encouraged to put our faith into action by turning to God and His Word when faced with challenges.

The Role of Prophets
Isaiah's role as a prophet underscores the importance of listening to God's messengers. Today, we can apply this by valuing the teachings of Scripture and those who faithfully communicate God's truth.

God's Sovereignty
The context of this verse reminds us of God's sovereignty over nations and events. Trusting in God's control can bring peace and assurance, even when circumstances seem dire.

Community in Crisis
The involvement of Hezekiah's servants illustrates the role of community in facing challenges. We are called to support one another and work together in seeking God's will.(5) So the servants . . .--Literally, And . . . The Authorised Version suggests that there was only one coming of the messengers. Possibly. however, the words imply a withdrawal between the delivery of their message and their coming a second time to receive his answer.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
So the servants
עַבְדֵ֛י (‘aḇ·ḏê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 5650: Slave, servant

of King
הַמֶּ֥לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4428: A king

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

went
וַיָּבֹ֗אוּ (way·yā·ḇō·’ū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go

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

Isaiah,
יְשַׁעְיָֽהוּ׃ (yə·ša‘·yā·hū)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3470: Isaiah -- 'salvation of Yah', four Israelites


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