2 Kings Chapter 19 · Verse 7
Behold, I will send a blast upon him, and he shall hear a rumour, and shall return to his own land; and I will cause him to fall by the sword in his own land.
Original Language Analysis
נֹתֵ֥ן
Behold I will send
H5414
נֹתֵ֥ן
Behold I will send
Strong's:
H5414
Word #:
2 of 11
to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)
ר֔וּחַ
a blast
H7307
ר֔וּחַ
a blast
Strong's:
H7307
Word #:
4 of 11
wind; by resemblance breath, i.e., a sensible (or even violent) exhalation; figuratively, life, anger, unsubstantiality; by extension, a region of the
וְשָׁמַ֥ע
upon him and he shall hear
H8085
וְשָׁמַ֥ע
upon him and he shall hear
Strong's:
H8085
Word #:
5 of 11
to hear intelligently (often with implication of attention, obedience, etc.; causatively, to tell, etc.)
וְשָׁ֣ב
and shall return
H7725
וְשָׁ֣ב
and shall return
Strong's:
H7725
Word #:
7 of 11
to turn back (hence, away) transitively or intransitively, literally or figuratively (not necessarily with the idea of return to the starting point);
בְּאַרְצֽוֹ׃
in his own land
H776
בְּאַרְצֽוֹ׃
in his own land
Strong's:
H776
Word #:
8 of 11
the earth (at large, or partitively a land)
וְהִפַּלְתִּ֥יו
and I will cause him to fall
H5307
וְהִפַּלְתִּ֥יו
and I will cause him to fall
Strong's:
H5307
Word #:
9 of 11
to fall, in a great variety of applications (intransitive or causative, literal or figurative)
Cross References
2 Kings 7:6For the Lord had made the host of the Syrians to hear a noise of chariots, and a noise of horses, even the noise of a great host: and they said one to another, Lo, the king of Israel hath hired against us the kings of the Hittites, and the kings of the Egyptians, to come upon us.Obadiah 1:1The vision of Obadiah. Thus saith the Lord GOD concerning Edom; We have heard a rumour from the LORD, and an ambassador is sent among the heathen, Arise ye, and let us rise up against her in battle.
Historical Context
Historical Setting: 2 Kings 19 takes place during Hezekiah's reign in Judah, late 8th century BCE, around 715-686 BCE. The chapter's theme (God Delivers Jerusalem) reflects the historical reality of genuine religious reform under Hezekiah, including trust in God that resulted in miraculous deliverance from Assyria. Archaeological evidence from this period includes royal inscriptions, administrative documents, and material culture that corroborate the biblical account while providing additional context for understanding the political and social dynamics at work.
Questions for Reflection
- How does this verse contribute to understanding the theological message of 2 Kings 19 regarding faith vindicated through divine intervention?
- What does this passage reveal about God's character, particularly His justice, mercy, and faithfulness to covenant promises?
- In what practical ways should this text shape contemporary Christian thinking about faithfulness, worship, and obedience to God?
Analysis & Commentary
Behold, I will send a blast upon him, and he shall hear a rumour, and shall return to his own land; and I will cause him to fall by the sword in his own land.
This verse contributes to the overall theme of chapter 19: Faith vindicated through divine intervention. In Judah's later history, we see both genuine reforms and deep-rooted corruption, revealing that external religious activity cannot substitute for heart transformation.
The narrative demonstrates God's justice in judging covenant unfaithfulness while maintaining His ultimate purposes for redemption.