But he did that which was evil in the sight of the LORD, as did Manasseh his father: for Amon sacrificed unto all the carved images which Manasseh his father had made, and served them;
But he did what was evil in the Lord's eyes, just like his father Manasseh had done. Amon offered sacrifices to all the carved idols that his father Manasseh had made, and he worshiped them.
This verse describes how King Amon followed his father Manasseh's terrible example by worshiping idols and doing evil in God's sight.
📚 Historical Context
This verse refers to King Amon of Judah (642-640 BC), who ruled for only two years before being assassinated. His father Manasseh had been one of Judah's most wicked kings, promoting idol worship and pagan practices throughout the kingdom. Though Manasseh eventually repented late in life, Amon chose to follow his father's earlier evil ways rather than his repentance.
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