Hezekiah receives a special delegation from Babylon that comes to congratulate him on his recovery. Amid the celebration, the king shows them all the treasures and riches of the Temple and the palace. This sparks a dark prophecy from Isaiah about the downfall of Judah at the hands of the Babylonians. Aware that this prediction will ultimately come true, the king interprets the prophet’s words as good news, believing that such a fate will not occur during his reign. Hezekiah exhibits the selfishness typical of those in power, who are primarily concerned with maintaining their status. The chapter ends with the standard account of the king’s death and succession (21).