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Then Hezekiah the king arose early, and gathered the princes of the city, and went up to the house of Yahweh.

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The Urgency of Worship

Commentators note that King Hezekiah acted with immediate urgency. He "rose early" and "lost no time" in leading the people back to worship once the temple was ready. This demonstrates that a right response to God is not one of procrastination but of eager priority, setting an example for all.

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2 Chronicles

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 2 Chronicles 29:20

19th Century

Bishop

THE CONSECRATION SACRIFICES (2 Chronicles 29:20–30).

Rose early. Compare Psalms 5:3: Early…

John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Chronicles 29:20

17th Century

Pastor

Then Hezekiah the king rose early
Took the first opportunity to attend the worship of God, and set an example to his…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 2 Chronicles 29:20–36

17th Century

Minister

As soon as Hezekiah heard that the temple was ready, he lost no time. Atonement must be made for the sins of the last reign. It was not enough to l…