THEOSISCyrill of Alexandria
The crowds are easily unsettled and tend to behave recklessly when the threat of war looms, along with the anticipation of violence and destruction in the city. Therefore, those who parleyed with Rapsacus shrewdly advised him to refrain from speaking in Hebrew and to use Syrian instead. They wished to prevent the chaotic and barbaric words from reaching the populace, even though King Hezekiah encouraged the people with boldness, affirming that the Lord was with them and that those who place their faith in God possess unwavering hope. He emphasized that human plans and efforts are unstable and, when measured against God’s might, are utterly inconsequential. Rapsacus, however, is perceptive and aware of why they have requested him to refrain from using Hebrew.
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Thus, he proclaims that his aim is not to address them or the king but rather to engage with those positioned on the wall. Once again, he acts with arrogance, releasing words from a corrupt heart, asserting that the defenders of the city are perched on the wall, suggesting that, due to a shortage of food and water, they may have to resort to consuming what is detestable, even to the dogs.