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Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary on the Bible - 2 Chronicles 33:1-20

1-20 We have seen Manasseh's wickedness; here we have his repentance, and a memorable instance it is of the riches of God's pardoning mercy, and the power of his renewing grace. Deprived of his liberty, separated from his evil counsellors and companions, without any prospect but of ending his days in a wretched prison, Manasseh thought upon what had passed; he began to cry for mercy and deliverance. He confessed his sins, condemned himself, was humbled before God, loathing himself as a monster... read more

Paul E. Kretzmann

The Popular Commentary by Paul E. Kretzmann - 2 Chronicles 33:1-10

Manasseh's Wickedness v. 1. Manasseh was twelve years old when he began to reign, and he reigned fifty and five years in Jerusalem, including the time of his captivity; v. 2. but did that which was evil in the sight of the Lord, like unto the abominations of the heathen whom the Lord had cast out before the children of Israel. Cf 2 Kings 21:1-Nehemiah :. v. 3. For he built again the high places which Hezekiah, his father, had broken down, his purpose being to make them sanctuaries of... read more

Johann Peter Lange

Lange's Commentary on the Holy Scriptures: Critical, Doctrinal and Homiletical - 2 Chronicles 33:1-25

o. Manasseh and Amon.—Ch. 33α. Manasseh: 2 Chronicles 33:1-202 Chronicles 33:1.Manasseh was twelve years old when he became king, and he reigned 2fifty and five years in Jerusalem. And he did that which was evil in the eyes of the Lord, like the abominations of the nations whom the Lord had 3cast out before the sons of Israel. And he built again the high places which Hezekiah his father had pulled down, and reared up altars for Baalim, and 4made asheroth, and worshipped all the host of heaven,... read more

Frederick Brotherton Meyer

F.B. Meyer's 'Through the Bible' Commentary - 2 Chronicles 33:1-13

Affliction Teaches Humility 2 Chronicles 33:1-13 Because of his youth Manasseh was probably the more easily influenced by the reactionary party, who came back to power on Hezekiah’s death; but afterward, in his early manhood, he pursued still further these evil courses, and made Judah and Jerusalem to err. Warning voices protested in vain, until there was no alternative save the hooks and fetters of the king of Assyria. But in his dungeon in the far country he came to himself and God. The... read more

G. Campbell Morgan

G. Campbell Morgan's Exposition on the Whole Bible - 2 Chronicles 33:1-25

Manasseh, the son of Hezekiah, seems to have set himself to the most willful and persistent restoration of every form of abomination. All the things specifically forbidden were set up in the places sacred to the name of Jehovah; and with appalling thoroughness he undid all that his father had done. The strong hand of God was stretched out against him, and with the Assyrian as the scourge the king was carried away in irons, broken and defeated. In his distress the stubborn will seems to have... read more

Arthur Peake

Arthur Peake's Commentary on the Bible - 2 Chronicles 33:1-20

2 Chronicles 33:1-Proverbs : . The Reign of Manasseh (see notes on 2 Kings 21:1-Job :). 2 Chronicles 33:1-2 Samuel : is based upon 2 Kings 21:1-2 Samuel :, which is fairly accurately followed; but 2 Chronicles 33:11-Proverbs : is almost wholly from the hand of the Chronicler; it deals with Manasseh’ s captivity and consequent repentance; in answer to his prayer, Manasseh is restored and devotes the rest of his life to the loyal service of Yahweh. As far as Manasseh’ s repentance and subsequent... read more

Joseph Exell

Preacher's Complete Homiletical Commentary - 2 Chronicles 33:1-25

CRITICAL NOTES.] This chapter is parallel with 2 Kings 21:0., yet differs in omitting some things and adding new matter, especially in central part. Impiety of Man. (2 Chronicles 33:1-10); his captivity and repentance (2 Chronicles 33:11-17); his end (2 Chronicles 33:18-20). Amon (2 Chronicles 33:21-25).2 Chronicles 33:1-10.—Manasseh’s revival of idolatry. Named after a tribe of Israel, born after his father’s recovery. Evil, through influence of those around him. 2 Chronicles 33:3. Built (2... read more

Chuck Smith

Chuck Smith Bible Commentary - 2 Chronicles 33:1-25

Chapter 33Manasseh was twelve years old when he began to reign, he reigned for fifty-five years ( 2 Chronicles 33:1 )One of the longest. His was the longest reign of any king.He did that which was evil in the sight of the Lord ( 2 Chronicles 33:2 ),Now here you go. Hezekiah had restored the temple, rebuilt the thing, re-established the worship. Things were going good, God was blessing. They really became strong and prosperous again. And here his son takes over now. Twelve years old when he... read more

Joseph Sutcliffe

Sutcliffe's Commentary on the Old and New Testaments - 2 Chronicles 33:1-25

2 Chronicles 33:3 . Made groves. This word should generally be rendered idols. Manasseh made images of Astartè, or Ashtaroth, and of all the idols of Ahaz. His ministers were idolaters, but concealed it during Hezekiah’s reign. Host of heaven. He worshipped the animals in the signs of the Zodiac, and all the planets, as Jerome states on the tradition of the Jews: but others say Jove, Mars, Venus, Apollo, Latona, &c. 2 Chronicles 33:11 . The Lord brought upon them the host of the... read more

John Trapp

John Trapp Complete Commentary - 2 Chronicles 33:4

2Ch 33:4 Also he built altars in the house of the LORD, whereof the LORD had said, In Jerusalem shall my name be for ever. Ver. 4. In the house of the Lord. ] Which was as bad as for a wife to bring her paramours into her husband’s bed. read more