6. Isaiah said . . . Be not afraid—The prophet's answer was most cheering, as it held out the prospect of a speedy deliverance from the invader. The blast, the rumor, the fall by the sword, contained a brief prediction that was soon fulfilled in all the three particulars—namely, the alarm that hastened his retreat, the destruction that overtook his army, and the violent death that suddenly ended his career.

     2Ki 19:8-13. SENNACHERIB SENDS A BLASPHEMOUS LETTER TO HEZEKIAH.