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2 Chronicles 32:26

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What does 2 Chronicles 32:26 say?

The American Standard Version records this verse as: “Notwithstanding Hezekiah humbled himself for the pride of his heart, both he and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, so that the wrath of Jehovah came not upon them in the days of Hezekiah.” Read the surrounding verses and the named sources below before drawing broader conclusions.

The verse

Notwithstanding Hezekiah humbled himself for the pride of his heart, both he and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, so that the wrath of Jehovah came not upon them in the days of Hezekiah.
2 Chronicles 32:26 — American Standard Version

Context — 2 Chronicles 32

American Standard Version (1901) — public domain. Click any verse for its study page.
23And many brought gifts unto Jehovah to Jerusalem, and precious things to Hezekiah king of Judah; so that he was exalted in the sight of all nations from thenceforth.
24In those days Hezekiah was sick even unto death: and he prayed unto Jehovah; and he spake unto him, and gave him a sign.
25But Hezekiah rendered not again according to the benefit done unto him; for his heart was lifted up: therefore there was wrath upon him, and upon Judah and Jerusalem.
26Notwithstanding Hezekiah humbled himself for the pride of his heart, both he and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, so that the wrath of Jehovah came not upon them in the days of Hezekiah.
27And Hezekiah had exceeding much riches and honor: and he provided him treasuries for silver, and for gold, and for precious stones, and for spices, and for shields, and for all manner of goodly vessels;
28store-houses also for the increase of grain and new wine and oil; and stalls for all manner of beasts, and flocks in folds.
29Moreover he provided him cities, and possessions of flocks and herds in abundance; for God had given him very much substance.
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What do historical commentaries say?

John Gill's Exposition
John Gill (1697–1771) · Exposition of the Old and New Testament · 18th-century historical commentary
“Notwithstanding, Hezekiah humbled himself for the pride of his heart, both he and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, etc.] In what manner is not said; perhaps by putting on sackcloth, and by fasting and prayer, and making confession of sin, and declaring repentance for it: so that the wrath of the Lord came not upon them in the days of Hezekiah; but in the days of his son’s sons, (<233907>Isaiah 39:7,8).”
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Barnes' Notes
Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · Notes on the Whole Bible · 19th-century historical commentary
“Hezekiah humbled himself - Perhaps this is the self-humiliation of which Jeremiah speaks (marginal reference) as following on a certain prophecy uttered by Micah. The prophecy Micah 3:12 is by some referred to the earlier part of the reign of Hezekiah; but there is nothing to show that it was not delivered about this time. return to 'Top of Page'”
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Tyndale Open Study Notes
Tyndale House Publishers · Tyndale Open Study Notes · Modern study notes
“32:26 The humble repentance of both Hezekiah and the people pleased God, so the Lord’s anger did not fall on them during Hezekiah’s lifetime.”
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Treasury of Scriptural Knowledge
R. A. Torrey and contributors · The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge · Cross-reference reference work
“Kg2 20:16-19; Isa 39:6-8 Hezekiah: Ch2 33:12, Ch2 33:19, Ch2 33:23, Ch2 34:27; Lev 26:40, Lev 26:41; Kg2 20:19; Jer 26:18, Jer 26:19; Jam 4:10 pride: Heb. lifting up so: Kg1 21:19 days: Ch2 34:27, Ch2 34:28; Kg1 21:29 2 Chronicles 32:27”
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