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Who was Manasseh?
the archetypal wicked king in the history of Judah
the richest king in all of Judah’s history
the king who reformed religion in Judah so it was closer to the covenant expectations
a wise and generous king who gave up his animals for the required sacrifices
the archetypal wicked king in the history of Judah
the richest king in all of Judah’s history
the king who reformed religion in Judah so it was closer to the covenant expectations
a wise and generous king who gave up his animals for the required sacrifices
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Manasseh was primarily known as the archetypal wicked king in the history of Judah. He reigned for a long time and is often remembered for his idolatrous practices, leading the people of Judah away from the worship of Yahweh. His reign is described as having introduced various forms of pagan worship, including the worship of Baal and the practice of child sacrifice. This depiction is found in the biblical accounts in 2 Kings and 2 Chronicles, which highlight the extent of his sins and the negative impact on Judah.
While there were many kings in Judah, Manasseh is not typically characterized as the richest or as a reforming king; rather, his legacy is often associated with extreme disobedience to God's covenant. His story ultimately includes a period of repentance later in his life, but he is predominantly remembered for his earlier actions that led to Judah's downfall.
While there were many kings in Judah, Manasseh is not typically characterized as the richest or as a reforming king; rather, his legacy is often associated with extreme disobedience to God's covenant. His story ultimately includes a period of repentance later in his life, but he is predominantly remembered for his earlier actions that led to Judah's downfall.