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2 Kings 18:27 · KJV

"But Rabshakeh said unto them, Hath my master sent me to thy master, and to thee, to speak these words? hath he not sent me to the men which sit on the wall, that they may eat their own dung, and drink their own piss with you?"

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Passage Context

25Am I now come up without the LORD against this place to destroy it? The LORD said to me, Go up against this land, and destroy it.
26Then said Eliakim the son of Hilkiah, and Shebna, and Joah, unto Rabshakeh, Speak, I pray thee, to thy servants in the Syrian language; for we understand it: and talk not with us in the Jews' language in the ears of the people that are on the wall.
27But Rabshakeh said unto them, Hath my master sent me to thy master, and to thee, to speak these words? hath he not sent me to the men which sit on the wall, that they may eat their own dung, and drink their own piss with you?
28Then Rabshakeh stood and cried with a loud voice in the Jews' language, and spake, saying, Hear the word of the great king, the king of Assyria:
29Thus saith the king, Let not Hezekiah deceive you: for he shall not be able to deliver you out of his hand:

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to negative or intimidating words?

2

What does this verse teach you about the power of words?

3

When have you felt overwhelmed by external pressures?

Life Application

courage

In moments of intimidation, remember that God is your defender. Stand firm in your faith and resist fear.

communication

Be mindful of how you speak to others. Strive to encourage rather than discourage, reflecting God's love.

People in This Verse

RabshakehOT

Rabshakeh was a high-ranking official in the Assyrian army, known for his role in psychological warfare against Jerusalem. He was sent to deliver a message of intimidation to the people of Judah.

First appearance: 2 Kings 18:17

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