2 Chronicles 30

Hezekiah sends messengers throughout all Israel and Judah inviting everyone to come to Jerusalem to celebrate the Passover—an event that had not been properly observed in great numbers for a long time. Many in the Northern Kingdom mock the messengers, but some from Asher, Manasseh, and Zebulun humble themselves and come. Though the people did not completely follow the ceremonial law, God hears their prayers and grants them healing. The celebration is so joyous and heartfelt that they extend the festival for an extra seven days.