KJV ORIGINAL
And he was buried in his sepulchre in the garden of Uzza: and Josiah his son reigned in his stead.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
And he was buried in his tomb in the garden of Uzza, and his son Josiah became king after him.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes the burial of King Amon and the succession of his son Josiah to the throne of Judah.
📚 Historical Context
In the context of the divided kingdom of Israel and Judah, King Amon ruled Judah after his father Manasseh and continued in idolatry, leading to his assassination after a brief two-year reign. This verse describes his burial in the garden of Uzza, a family tomb, marking the end of his troubled rule. It then notes the succession of his son Josiah, who was only eight years old, setting the stage for future reforms in Judah.
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