Read Isaiah 22.12-25. In verses 15-25: Three short, but related, condemnations (vv. 15-19, 20-23,24-25) concern Shebna, the master of the royal household (v. 15), and Eliakim son of Hilkiah (v. 20) who had briefly succeeded him (v. 21). These officials are mentioned in 36.3, 11, 22 and played a prominent role in the negotiations for Hezekiah's surrender to Assyria (see 2 Kings 18.18). Their personal ambitions and folly, which affected their roles informing national policy, are condemned. Isaiah also condemned the king for relying upon Egyptian promises or support (see Isa 30). Comments or Questions..
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