Key Figures — 2 Kings 21

3 figures

1. Manasseh

   King of Judah

   Manasseh was the son of Hezekiah and became king at the age of twelve. He reigned for fifty-five years in Jerusalem and is noted for his evil practices, including idolatry and leading Judah into sin. He rebuilt high places, erected altars for Baal, and made an Asherah pole, provoking the Lord to anger.

   Related passages

   • 2 Kings 20 (Hezekiah's reign and Manasseh's father)
   • 2 Chronicles 33 (Parallel account of Manasseh's reign)

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2. Amon

   King of Judah

   Amon was the son of Manasseh and succeeded him as king. He reigned for two years and continued in the evil practices of his father, serving idols and forsaking the Lord.

   Related passages

   • 2 Kings 21:19-26 (Amon's reign and assassination)
   • 2 Chronicles 33:21-25 (Parallel account of Amon's reign)

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3. The Prophets

   Messengers of God

   The prophets were sent by God to speak against the evil practices of Manasseh and the people of Judah, warning them of impending judgment due to their sins.

   Related passages

   • 2 Kings 17 (Prophets warning Israel before the Assyrian exile)
   • Jeremiah 25 (Prophets warning Judah before the Babylonian exile)

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