Isaiah 36:21
21 But the people remained silent and said nothing in reply, because the king had commanded, "Do not answer him."
Other Translations of Isaiah 36:21
King James Version
21 But they held their peace, and answered him not a word: for the king's commandment was, saying, Answer him not.
English Standard Version
21 But they were silent and answered him not a word, for the king's command was, "Do not answer him."
The Message
21 The three men were silent. They said nothing, for the king had already commanded, "Don't answer him."
New King James Version
21 But they held their peace and answered him not a word; for the king's commandment was, "Do not answer him."
New Living Translation
21 But the people were silent and did not utter a word because Hezekiah had commanded them, "Do not answer him."
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Isaiah 36:21
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Isaiah 36 is very similar to 2 Kings 18:17-37. Thus, please see the commentary on 2 Kings 18.