Yeshayahu: Perek 39

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Bullet Point Summary

Yeshaya Perek 39

Note: This perek mirrors Melachim II Perek 20.

  • King Merodach Baladon of Bavel sent gifts to Chizkiyahu after hearing about his miraculous healing.

  • Chizkiyahu gave the Babylonian emissaries a grand tour of the Beis Hamikdash, including its treasures.

  • Yeshaya prophesied to Chizkiyahu that his family would be punished and the Beis Hamikdash would be looted after Chizkiyahu’s lifetime.

  • Chizkiyahu accepted the bad news, while affirming his faith in Hashem’s goodness.