Hearken not to Hezekiah: for thus saith the king of…
“Hearken not to Hezekiah: for thus saith the king of Assyria, Make an agreement with me by a present, and come out to me, and then eat ye every man of his own vine, and every one of his fig tree, and drink ye every one the waters of his cistern: / Until I come and take you away to a land like your own land, a land of corn and wine, a land of bread and vineyards, a land of oil olive and of honey, that ye may live, and not die: and hearken not unto Hezekiah, when he persuadeth you, saying, The LORD will deliver us.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The passage warns against false promises, urging trust in divine provision rather than human schemes.
In simple terms: Trust God, not deceptive offers.
Key Takeaway
Seek spiritual guidance over material bargains.
Themes
faith
trust
divine provision
warning
prophecy
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
scriptural
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal crises
- economic hardship
- political deception
- religious teaching
Key Concepts
covenant
spiritual reliance
false security
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern true guidance?
- What role does faith play in decision‑making?
A Different Perspective
Human promises often fail; divine promises endure.