Then Rezin king of Syria and Pekah son of Remaliah king of Israel came up to Jerusalem to war: and they besieged Ahaz, but could not overcome [him].
Ver. 5. Then Rezin king of Syria and Pekah, &c.] After a former invasion of the land, and great spoil made, 2Ch 28:5 these two confederate kings came up to Jerusalem, the chief city, which they had already devoured in their hopes, resolving to set up the son of Tabeal, some great man of Syria, for king. Isa 7:5-6
And besieged Ahaz.] Who, with his people, was grievously frightened till confirmed by a sign, though most unworthy of such a favour. Isaiah 7:1 ; Isa 7:16
But could not overcome him.] For they proved like two tails of smoking firebrands. Isa 7:4 They came into the country like thunder and lightning: but went out like a snuff.