11 Behold, thou hast heard what the kings of Assyria have done to all lands, by destroying them utterly: and shalt thou be delivered?
11 Surely you have heard what the kings of Assyria have done to all the countries, destroying them completely. And will you be delivered?
11 Behold, you have heard what the kings of Assyria have done to all lands, devoting them to destruction. And shall you be delivered?
11 You know the track record of the kings of Assyria - country after country laid waste, devastated. And what makes you think you'll be an exception?
11 Look! You have heard what the kings of Assyria have done to all lands by utterly destroying them; and shall you be delivered?
11 You know perfectly well what the kings of Assyria have done wherever they have gone. They have completely destroyed everyone who stood in their way! Why should you be any different?
Matthew Henry's Commentary on 2 Kings 19:11
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.