2 Kings 20:12 meaning and explanation

At that time Merodach-baladan son of Baladan king of Babylon sent letters and a gift to Hezekiah, for he had heard about Hezekiah’s illness.

2 Kings 20:12, Berean Standard Bible

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Hezekiah has just been healed and given fifteen more years, and news of this travels widely. Merodach-baladan, a Babylonian king, sends envoys with letters and a gift, ostensibly to congratulate Hezekiah on his recovery.

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