2 Kings 20:14 - Matthew Poole's English Annotations on the Holy Bible

Bible Comments

They are come from a far country; a vain-glorious expression, intimating the great honour which he had from all parts, both far and near. Even from Babylon, that great and potent monarchy; which he speaks to magnify his own honour and happiness.

2 Kings 20:14

14 Then came Isaiah the prophet unto king Hezekiah, and said unto him, What said these men? and from whence came they unto thee? And Hezekiah said, They are come from a far country, even from Babylon.