Summary
When Hezekiah began his reign, he followed his father David’s example and sought to restore the worship of the Lord in Jerusalem. He opened and repaired the gates of the temple, called the Levites and priests to cleanse the house, and removed all uncleanness from the sanctuary. The priests and Levites gathered, sanctified themselves, and brought the items that King Ahaz had discarded during his sin, re‑establishing the altar and the shewbread table. Hezekiah led a communal sin offering and a large burnt offering, with music from cymbals, psalteries, harps, and trumpets, all performed according to David’s instructions. The congregation joined with free‑hearted sacrifices, and the priestly service was fully restored in order. The chapter ends with rejoicing over God’s mercy and the swift, complete restoration of worship.