Ancient history

Who was king Hezekiah in the book of Isaiah?

Hezekiah was the king of Judah during the time of the prophet Isaiah. He was the son of Ahaz, who had been king of Judah before him. Hezekiah was a good king and he followed God's law. He also made the people of Judah follow God's law. Hezekiah is known for his trust in God and his reliance on God's protection during difficult times. One notable event during Hezekiah's reign is when he faced an invasion from the Assyrians, a powerful empire at that time. Hezekiah prayed to God for deliverance, and according to the biblical account (2 Kings 19 and Isaiah 37), God miraculously intervened by sending an angel to destroy the Assyrian army. This event highlighted Hezekiah's faith and his strong relationship with God.