2 Kings 20:3

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

«اذْكُرْ، يَا اللهُ أنِّي خَدَمْتُكَ بِوَفَاءٍ وَمِنْ كُلِّ قَلْبِي. وَفَعَلْتُ مَا يُرْضِيكَ.» ثُمَّ بَكَى حَزَقِيَّا بُكَاءً مُرًّا.

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, Hezekiah, the king of Judah, is praying to God, asking Him to remember his faithful service and how he has lived a good life according to God's will. Hezekiah is deeply emotional, weeping as he speaks.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're really sad because you're sick, and you're asking God to help you get better. Hezekiah, the king, is doing just that. He's telling God about all the good things he's done and asking God to remember him.

Historical Background

This verse is from the book of 2 Kings, written by an unknown author, likely a prophet, around the 6th century BC. The audience was the people of Judah, who needed encouragement and understanding of God's will in their history.

Living It Out Today

When you're facing a difficult situation, like a serious illness or a major setback, you can remember your past good deeds and trust that God will respond to your sincere prayers and emotions.

Topics

• faith
• prayer
• hope
• suffering
• forgiveness
• salvation

Related Verses

• 1 Kings 8:35
• 2 Chronicles 32:26
• Psalms 103:4
• Jeremiah 29:11
• Luke 18:13

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Hezekiah weeping?

Hezekiah is weeping because he is deeply moved by his situation and his sincere desire for God's mercy and help.

What does it mean to walk before God in truth?

Walking before God in truth means living a life that is honest and aligned with God's will, without deceit or hypocrisy.

What can we learn from Hezekiah's prayer?

We can learn to be honest with God about our past and to trust in His grace, even in times of great distress.

How does this verse relate to our lives today?

This verse reminds us to be faithful to God in our daily lives and to trust that He will respond to our sincere prayers, especially in times of trouble.