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Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Manasseh was twelve years old - We do not find that he had any godly director; his youth was therefore the more easily seduced. But surely he had a pious education; how then could the principles of it be so soon eradicated?
John Gill Bible Commentary
Manasseh was twelve years old,.... From hence to the end of Ch2 33:9 the same things are recorded, almost word for word, as in Kg2 21:1, see the notes there. See Gill on Kg2 21:1. . 2 Chronicles 33:10 ch2 33:10 ch2 33:10 ch2 33:10And the Lord spake to Manasseh, and to his people,.... By his servants the prophets, see Kg2 21:10, where what was said to them is recorded: but they would not hearken; to what was said, to reproofs, admonitions, and exhortations to repent and reform.
Matthew Henry Bible Commentary
We have here an account of the great wickedness of Manasseh. It is the same almost word for word with that which we had Kg2 21:1-9, and took a melancholy view of. It is no such pleasing subject that we should delight to dwell upon it again. This foolish young prince, in contradiction to the good example and good education his father gave him, abandoned himself to all impiety, transcribed the abominations of the heathen (Ch2 33:2), ruined the established religion, unravelled his father's glorious reformation (Ch2 33:3), profaned the house of God with his idolatry (Ch2 33:4, Ch2 33:5), dedicated his children to Moloch, and made the devil's lying oracles his guides and his counsellors, Ch2 33:6. In contempt of the choice God had made of Sion to be his rest for ever and Israel to be his covenant-people (Ch2 33:8), and the fair terms he stood upon with God, he embraced other gods, profaned God's chosen temple, and debauched his chosen people. He made them to err, and do worse than the heathen (Ch2 33:9); for, if the unclean spirit returns, he brings with him seven other spirits more wicked than himself. That which aggravated the sin of Manasseh was that God spoke to him and his people by the prophets, but they would not hearken, Ch2 33:10. We may here admire the grace of God in speaking to them, and their obstinacy in turning a deaf ear to him, that either their badness did not quite turn away his goodness, but still he waited to be gracious, or that his goodness did not turn them from their badness, but still they hated to be reformed. Now from this let us learn, 1. That it is no new thing, but a very sad thing, for the children of godly parents to turn aside from that good way of God in which they have been trained. Parents may give many good things to their children, but they cannot give them grace. 2. Corruptions in worship are such diseases of the church as it is very apt to relapse into again even when they seem to be cured. 3. The god of this world has strangely blinded men's minds, and has a wonderful power over those that are led captive by him; else he could not draw them from God, their best friend, to depend upon their sworn enemy.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
33:1-20 Manasseh ruled fifty-five years (697–642 BC), longer than any other king in Judah. The years of his reign included a co-regency with his father, Hezekiah, from 697 to 686 BC. Such a long reign was usually a sign of blessing, even though Manasseh did what was evil in the Lord’s sight. So the Chronicler tells of his humiliation, repentance, and restoration of worship in Judah.
2 Chronicles 33:1
Manasseh Reigns in Judah
1Manasseh was twelve years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem fifty-five years.2And he did evil in the sight of the LORD by following the abominations of the nations that the LORD had driven out before the Israelites.
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An Amazing Royal Conversion
By Peter Masters1.4K36:062CH 33:1
This sermon delves into the incredible royal conversion story of King Manasseh, highlighting his journey from extreme evil to repentance and restoration by God's mercy. It draws parallels to the hope for transformation in our own lives, emphasizing the need for sincere repentance, belief in Jesus Christ, and surrendering our lives to God. The narrative showcases how even the most sinful and arrogant hearts can be humbled and changed by God's grace, leading to a life of obedience and service to Him.
Ii Chronicles 33
By Chuck Smith0RedemptionGrace Of God2CH 33:1Chuck Smith preaches on the life of Manasseh, one of Judah's most notorious kings, who turned from his early training and led the nation into sin and idolatry. Despite his boldness in sinning and leading others astray, Manasseh's story takes a transformative turn when he is taken captive to Babylon, where he humbly cries out to God for forgiveness. This moment of repentance reveals the depth of God's grace, as Manasseh acknowledges Jehovah as the true God and experiences profound redemption. Smith emphasizes the contrast between Manasseh's initial pride and power and his eventual humility and faith, illustrating the transformative power of God's grace.
The Lord Stirred Up the Spirit of Cyrus.
By F.B. Meyer0Obedience to GodDivine Calling2CH 36:22PRO 21:1ISA 45:1ISA 55:11JER 29:10DAN 9:2PHP 2:131TH 5:24JAS 5:16F.B. Meyer emphasizes that the Lord stirred up the spirit of Cyrus to fulfill the prophecy of the return of the Jewish captives from Babylon, as foretold by Jeremiah and Isaiah. He highlights the importance of prayer, as exemplified by Daniel, in influencing leaders and initiating divine movements. Meyer notes that while God can stir hearts, obedience is essential, and sadly, only a few of the Jewish captives responded to the call to return. He encourages believers to rise up and act whenever they feel a divine stirring in their lives. Ultimately, the sermon calls for faith and responsiveness to God's leading.
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Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Manasseh was twelve years old - We do not find that he had any godly director; his youth was therefore the more easily seduced. But surely he had a pious education; how then could the principles of it be so soon eradicated?
John Gill Bible Commentary
Manasseh was twelve years old,.... From hence to the end of Ch2 33:9 the same things are recorded, almost word for word, as in Kg2 21:1, see the notes there. See Gill on Kg2 21:1. . 2 Chronicles 33:10 ch2 33:10 ch2 33:10 ch2 33:10And the Lord spake to Manasseh, and to his people,.... By his servants the prophets, see Kg2 21:10, where what was said to them is recorded: but they would not hearken; to what was said, to reproofs, admonitions, and exhortations to repent and reform.
Matthew Henry Bible Commentary
We have here an account of the great wickedness of Manasseh. It is the same almost word for word with that which we had Kg2 21:1-9, and took a melancholy view of. It is no such pleasing subject that we should delight to dwell upon it again. This foolish young prince, in contradiction to the good example and good education his father gave him, abandoned himself to all impiety, transcribed the abominations of the heathen (Ch2 33:2), ruined the established religion, unravelled his father's glorious reformation (Ch2 33:3), profaned the house of God with his idolatry (Ch2 33:4, Ch2 33:5), dedicated his children to Moloch, and made the devil's lying oracles his guides and his counsellors, Ch2 33:6. In contempt of the choice God had made of Sion to be his rest for ever and Israel to be his covenant-people (Ch2 33:8), and the fair terms he stood upon with God, he embraced other gods, profaned God's chosen temple, and debauched his chosen people. He made them to err, and do worse than the heathen (Ch2 33:9); for, if the unclean spirit returns, he brings with him seven other spirits more wicked than himself. That which aggravated the sin of Manasseh was that God spoke to him and his people by the prophets, but they would not hearken, Ch2 33:10. We may here admire the grace of God in speaking to them, and their obstinacy in turning a deaf ear to him, that either their badness did not quite turn away his goodness, but still he waited to be gracious, or that his goodness did not turn them from their badness, but still they hated to be reformed. Now from this let us learn, 1. That it is no new thing, but a very sad thing, for the children of godly parents to turn aside from that good way of God in which they have been trained. Parents may give many good things to their children, but they cannot give them grace. 2. Corruptions in worship are such diseases of the church as it is very apt to relapse into again even when they seem to be cured. 3. The god of this world has strangely blinded men's minds, and has a wonderful power over those that are led captive by him; else he could not draw them from God, their best friend, to depend upon their sworn enemy.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
33:1-20 Manasseh ruled fifty-five years (697–642 BC), longer than any other king in Judah. The years of his reign included a co-regency with his father, Hezekiah, from 697 to 686 BC. Such a long reign was usually a sign of blessing, even though Manasseh did what was evil in the Lord’s sight. So the Chronicler tells of his humiliation, repentance, and restoration of worship in Judah.