humbled himself] Being put in minde of Gods anger, 2 Kings 20:17.
the pride] Heb. the lifting up.
for the pride of his heart] Being puffed up by reason of the destruction of his enemies (v. 21.) his own recovery (v. 24.) and his rich treasure, which too too boastingly he shewed to the men of Babel, 2 Kings 20:13.