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 eat ye every one of his vine, and every one of his fig tree, and drink ye every one the waters of his own 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.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The text promises a future where people will be restored to a land of abundance, symbolizing hope and divine provision after hardship.
In simple terms: Promise of a prosperous, restored land after suffering.
Trust in hopeful restoration.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- spiritual encouragement
- community rebuilding
- personal perseverance
- faith practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this promise shape personal hope?
- What does “land of corn” symbolize today?
Interpretations vary across traditions; literal vs. metaphorical reading.