דברי הימים ב, פרק ל״ב, פסוק ל״ג

The passing of Hezekiah marks the close of a highly significant era in the history of the Kingdom of Judah. As leadership transitions to his son, Manasseh, the nation bids farewell to their king with an extraordinary display of respect, an honor reserved only for their greatest leaders. The location chosen for his burial is understood not merely as a geographical setting, but as a reflection of his supreme status. The primary approach among commentators is that he was laid to rest in the most excellent, optimal, and honored position available [רש י, מצודת ציון]. Drawing on early rabbinic tradition, this choice placement indicates that Hezekiah was buried alongside the most distinguished figures of the royal lineage, namely Kings David and Solomon [רד ק, מצודת דוד].

Offering a more physical perspective, it is also suggested that he was placed in the upper, most respected section of the burial grounds. This idea aligns with the possibility that the royal graves of the House of David were not all contained within a single cave, but were instead spread across a broader area [ביאור שטיינזלץ]. The immense respect shown to Hezekiah by all the residents of Judah and Jerusalem at the time of his passing was a direct response to his lifelong dedication to the nation. He was a highly accomplished ruler who worked tirelessly to strengthen and fortify the country. Yet, beyond his political and military achievements, the public offered him this profound final tribute because he was a leader who experienced open miracles and received direct assistance from God throughout his reign [ביאור שטיינזלץ].