Isaiah 37:7 Meaning
Behold, I will send a blast upon him, and he shall hear a rumour, and return to his own land; and I will cause him to fall by the sword in his own land.
Context Explained
5So the servants of king Hezekiah came to Isaiah.
6And Isaiah said unto them, Thus shall ye say unto your master, Thus saith the LORD, Be not afraid of the words that thou hast heard, wherewith the servants of the king of Assyria have blasphemed me.
7Behold, I will send a blast upon him, and he shall hear a rumour, and return to his own land; and I will cause him to fall by the sword in his own land.
8So Rabshakeh returned, and found the king of Assyria warring against Libnah: for he had heard that he was departed from Lachish.
9And he heard say concerning Tirhakah king of Ethiopia, He is come forth to make war with thee. And when he heard it, he sent messengers to Hezekiah, saying,
Key Themes
Related Cross References
2 Kings 19:7
Both verses predict the downfall of the Assyrian king.
Isaiah 10:12
This verse explains God's judgment against Assyria for its arrogance.
Revelation 19:21
The ultimate defeat of God's enemies is seen in the final judgment.
Source: Isaiah 37:7