the pit: This was probably a large reservoir for receiving rain water, which Asa had caused to be made in the midst of the city, in case of a siege. because of Gedaliah: or, near Gedaliah, Heb. by the hand, or the side of Gedaliah. was it. Jos 10:16-18, Jdg 6:2, 1Sa 13:6, 1Sa 14:11, 1Sa 14:22, 1Sa 24:3, 2Sa 17:9, Heb 11:38 for fear: 1Ki 15:17-22, 2Ch 16:1-10 Reciprocal: Isa 14:19 - go Eze 33:27 - in the caves