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The Meaning in a Name
Commentators highlight that Hezekiah's name means "Strength of Yahweh" or "My strength is Jah." This is seen as deeply significant, as his reign would become a powerful example of relying on God's strength, especially in contrast to the faithlessness of his father, King Ahaz. His name foreshadows his story.
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2 Kings
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18th Century
Theologian
In the third year - If Hoshea ascended the throne toward the close of the 12th year of Ahaz (2 Kings 17:1), and if Ahaz reigned …
19th Century
Bishop
Hezekiah. —See Note on 2 Kings 16:20 and 2 Chronicles 29:1. The name in this form means, “My strength is J…
17th Century
Pastor
Now it came to pass in the third year of Hoshea son of Elah
king of Israel
That is, i…
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17th Century
Minister
Hezekiah was a true son of David. Some others did what was right, but not like David. Let us not suppose that when times and people are bad, they m…