Isaiah 36:2

French Bible (BBB) Bible Bovet Bonnet (1900)

Et le roi d'Assyrie envoya Rabsaké de Lakis à Jérusalem vers le roi Ezéchias, avec de grandes forces; et il se tint près de l'aqueduc de l'étang supérieur, sur le chemin du champ des blanchisseurs.

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes how the king of Assyria sent a messenger named Rabshakeh to Jerusalem with a large army. Rabshakeh stood near a water source in a field where clothes were cleaned. The main message is about the Assyrian threat to Jerusalem during Hezekiah's reign.

Explained for Children

Imagine if a big, scary neighbor came to your house with lots of friends. He stops near a place where water runs and where people clean clothes. That's what this verse is talking about, but instead of your house, it's the big city of Jerusalem, and the neighbor is the king of Assyria.

Historical Background

The book of Isaiah was written by the prophet Isaiah around 700 B.C. This verse is part of the historical narrative describing the Assyrian threat to Jerusalem during King Hezekiah's reign. The audience would have been the people of Judah, facing the Assyrian army.

Living It Out Today

In a modern scenario, this verse could apply to a community facing an external threat, such as a natural disaster or economic crisis. Just as Hezekiah had to deal with the Assyrian army, communities today must come together to face their challenges.

Topics

• war
• faith
• threat
• leadership
• perseverance
• messenger

Related Verses

• 2 Kings 18:17
• 2 Chronicles 32:9
• Jeremiah 19:15
• Luke 14:31
• Romans 8:31

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Rabshakeh?

Rabshakeh was a high-ranking official in the Assyrian army, sent to intimidate King Hezekiah of Judah by delivering messages and demands.

What was the fuller's field?

The fuller's field was a place where clothes were washed and bleached. It was located near the upper pool, which was a water source in Jerusalem.

Why was Rabshakeh standing by the conduit of the upper pool?

Rabshakeh stood by the conduit of the upper pool to make a statement, perhaps to show his army's control over the city's water supply, a strategic resource.

How does Isaiah 36:2 relate to the larger narrative of the Bible?

Isaiah 36:2 is part of the historical narrative that shows how God protected Jerusalem during the Assyrian siege, demonstrating His power and faithfulness to His promises.