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Now it happened in the third year of Hoshea son of Elah king of Israel, that Hezekiah the son of Ahaz king of Judah began to reign.

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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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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On 2 Kings 18:1

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 …

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 2 Kings 18:1

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…

John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Kings 18:1

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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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 2 Kings 18:1–8

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…