And he did that which was evil in the sight of the LORD, as his father Manasseh did.
He did what was evil in the LORD's eyes, just like his father Manasseh had done.
This verse is saying that King Amon followed the same wicked path as his father, doing things that God considered evil.
📚 Historical Context
In the history of Judah, King Manasseh was one of the most notorious rulers, reigning for 55 years and leading the nation into widespread idolatry, occult practices, and rebellion against God's commands as described in the books of Kings. His son Amon took the throne after him and mirrored these sins, continuing the moral and spiritual decline that characterized his father's rule. This era highlights the cycle of unfaithfulness among Judah's kings during a time of Assyrian influence, which often pressured the nation to adopt foreign gods and customs.
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