2 Chronicles 33:23 Meaning
And humbled not himself before the LORD, as Manasseh his father had humbled himself; but Amon trespassed more and more.
Context Explained
21Amon was two and twenty years old when he began to reign, and reigned two years in Jerusalem.
22But 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;
23And humbled not himself before the LORD, as Manasseh his father had humbled himself; but Amon trespassed more and more.
24And his servants conspired against him, and slew him in his own house.
25But the people of the land slew all them that had conspired against king Amon; and the people of the land made Josiah his son king in his stead.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Proverbs 16:18
This verse warns about pride leading to downfall, similar to Amon's actions.
2 Chronicles 33:23
Both verses highlight the failure to humble oneself before God.
Source: 2 Chronicles 33:23