Onward gradual march of Sennacherib’s army towards Jerusalem, and the panic of the inhabitants vividly pictured before the eyes.
come to - come upon as a sudden invader (Gen 34:27).
Aiath - same as Ai (Jos 7:2; Neh 7:32). In the north of Benjamin; so the other towns also; all on the line of march to Jerusalem.
Michmash - nine miles northeast of Jerusalem.
laid up ... carriages - He has left his heavier baggage (so “carriages” for the things carried, Act 21:15) at Michmash, so as to be more lightly equipped for the siege of Jerusalem. So 1Sa 17:22; 1Sa 25:13; 1Sa 30:24 [Jerome and Maurer].