Commentary upon the Prophecy of Isaiah

He now confirms the former sentence, & shows that Hezekias is so far off from resisting the power of Sennacherib, that he is scarce worthy to be compared with the least of his Captains. But what is the reason that he lifts himself thus arrogantly? No doubt because the Jews should not presume any thing at all in regard of the absence of the King of Ashur, who was now besieging Lachish. For albeit he was not yet come with all his host, Rabshekeh brags notwithstanding, that his Lieutenants are strong enough; to the end Hezekiah and the people might without delay yield themselves under his obedience.

HEe now confirmes the former sentence, & shewes that Hezekias is so far off from resisting the power of Sennacherib, that hee is scarse worthy to be compared with the least of his Captaines. But what is the reason that he lifts himselfe thus arrogantly? No doubt because the Iewes should not presume any thing at all in regard of the absence of the King of Ashur, who was now besieging Lachish. For albeit he was not yet come with all his host, Rabshekeh brags notwithstanding, that his Leiftenants are strong enough; to the end Hezechias and the people might without delay yeelde themselues vnder his obedience.