Texts · 7 · Hezekiah and Isaiah

'A broken reed'

The Assyrian general mocks Hezekiah for relying on Egypt, a broken reed that pierces the hand of anyone who leans on it.

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He also challenges Hezekiah's masculinity and warns the people that their king can't save them.

Bible reference: 2 Kings 18:21

Source: Why the Bible Began, pp. 101

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