17 Of a truth, Lord, the kings of Assyria have destroyed the nations and their lands,
17 "It is true, Lord, that the Assyrian kings have laid waste these nations and their lands.
17 Truly, O Lord, the kings of Assyria have laid waste the nations and their lands
17 The facts are true, O God: The kings of Assyria have laid waste countries and kingdoms.
17 Truly, Lord, the kings of Assyria have laid waste the nations and their lands,
17 "It is true, Lord, that the kings of Assyria have destroyed all these nations.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on 2 Kings 19:17
Commentary on 2 Kings 19:8-19
(Read 2 Kings 19:8-19)
Prayer is the never-failing resource of the tempted Christian, whether struggling with outward difficulties or inward foes. At the mercy-seat of his almighty Friend he opens his heart, spreads his case, like Hezekiah, and makes his appeal. When he can discern that the glory of God is engaged on his side, faith gains the victory, and he rejoices that he shall never be moved. The best pleas in prayer are taken from God's honour.