Then the servants of Amon conspired against him and killed him in his palace. Then the servants of AmonThis phrase introduces the key players in the narrative—Amon's own servants. The Hebrew word for "servants" is "עֲבָדִים" (avadim), which can also mean "slaves" or "officials." This indicates that those closest to Amon, who were expected to be loyal, turned against him. Historically, this reflects the instability and treachery that often plagued royal courts in ancient times. The servants' betrayal suggests a significant discontent with Amon's rule, possibly due to his continuation of idolatrous practices, as noted earlier in the chapter. conspired against him
The Hebrew root for "conspired" is "קָשַׁר" (qashar), meaning to bind or tie together, often used in the context of forming a secret plan. This implies a deliberate and premeditated action against Amon, highlighting the severity of the discontent among his servants. In a broader biblical context, conspiracies against kings were not uncommon, reflecting the constant power struggles and the fragile nature of human authority compared to God's eternal sovereignty. and killed the king
The act of killing the king, Amon, is a direct violation of the divine order, as kings were considered God's anointed. The Hebrew word for "killed" is "הָמִית" (hamit), which conveys the finality and violence of the act. This assassination underscores the moral and spiritual decay during Amon's reign, as he led Judah further into idolatry, abandoning the reforms of his father, Hezekiah. Theologically, this serves as a reminder of the consequences of turning away from God. in his palace
The palace, or "בֵּיתוֹ" (beito) in Hebrew, was not just a physical structure but a symbol of royal authority and security. The fact that Amon was killed in his palace signifies the complete breakdown of his power and the ultimate vulnerability of human institutions without God's protection. This setting emphasizes the irony that the place meant to be a sanctuary for the king became the site of his demise, illustrating the futility of relying on earthly power and security. Persons / Places / Events 1. AmonAmon was the son of Manasseh and became king of Judah. His reign was marked by evil practices similar to those of his father before his repentance. Amon's reign was short-lived, lasting only two years before he was assassinated by his own servants. 2. Servants of AmonThese were the individuals who conspired against King Amon. Their motivations are not detailed in the text, but their actions led to Amon's assassination. 3. PalaceThe location where Amon was killed. The palace was the royal residence and a symbol of the king's authority and power. 4. ConspiracyThe act of plotting or planning in secret to commit an unlawful or harmful act. In this context, it refers to the servants' plot to kill King Amon. 5. JudahThe southern kingdom of Israel, where Amon reigned as king. Judah was often led astray by its kings, leading to periods of idolatry and rebellion against God. Teaching Points The Consequences of LeadershipAmon's reign serves as a reminder that leaders have a profound impact on their people. His failure to follow God led to instability and ultimately his demise. The Dangers of RebellionThe conspiracy against Amon illustrates the destructive nature of rebellion and betrayal. It serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of turning against God's established order. The Importance of RepentanceUnlike his father, Amon did not repent. This highlights the importance of humility and turning back to God, regardless of past actions. The Role of InfluenceAmon's life shows how the influence of those around us can lead us astray. It is crucial to surround ourselves with godly counsel and influences. God's Sovereignty in LeadershipDespite human actions, God remains sovereign over leadership and authority. Trusting in His ultimate plan is essential, even when earthly leaders fail. Bible Study Questions 1. What can we learn from Amon's failure to repent, and how can we apply this lesson to our own lives when we stray from God's path? 2. How does the conspiracy against Amon reflect the broader theme of rebellion against God’s established order, and what are the modern implications for us today? 3. In what ways can we ensure that we are positively influencing those around us, rather than leading them astray as Amon did? 4. How does the account of Amon's assassination challenge us to think about the importance of godly leadership in our communities and churches? 5. Reflecting on Romans 13:1-2, how should we respond to leaders who do not follow God, and what actions can we take to uphold righteousness in such situations? Connections to Other Scriptures 2 Kings 21:23-24This passage provides a parallel account of Amon's assassination, offering additional context and details about the conspiracy and its aftermath. 2 Chronicles 33:12-13These verses describe the repentance of Amon's father, Manasseh, highlighting the contrast between Manasseh's eventual humility and Amon's continued rebellion. Proverbs 29:2This verse speaks to the impact of righteous and wicked leadership on a nation, relevant to understanding the consequences of Amon's reign. Romans 13:1-2These verses discuss the importance of submitting to governing authorities, which can be contrasted with the actions of Amon's servants. People Amon, Ben, David, Hezekiah, Israelites, Josiah, Manasseh, SolomonPlaces Assyria, Babylon, Fish Gate, Gihon, Jerusalem, Ophel, Valley of HinnomTopics Assassinated, Conspire, Conspired, Death, Design, Finally, Killed, Officials, Palace, Secret, Servants, SlewDictionary of Bible Themes 2 Chronicles 33:1-25 5366 king 2 Chronicles 33:24-25 5817 conspiracies Library Manasseh's Sin and Repentance
'So Manasseh made Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to err, and to do worse than the heathen, whom the Lord had destroyed before the children of Israel. 10. And the Lord spake to Manasseh, and to his people: but they would not hearken. 11. Wherefore the Lord brought upon them the captains of the host of the king of Assyria, which took Manasseh among the thorns, and bound him with fetters, and carried him to Babylon. 12. And when he was in affliction, he besought the Lord his God, and humbled …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy ScriptureManasseh
BY REV. J. G. GREENHOUGH, M.A. "Manasseh was twelve years old when he began to reign, and he reigned fifty and five years in Jerusalem."--2 CHRON. xxxiii. l. Fifty and five years--he wore the crown a longer time than any other of the house of David. Of all the kings that reigned in Jerusalem, this man's reign filled the largest space; yet he is the one king of Judah about whom we are told least. In the modern city of Venice there is a hall which is adorned with the portraits of all the doges …
George Milligan—Men of the Bible; Some Lesser-Known How Shall one Make Use of Christ as the Life, when Wrestling with an Angry God Because of Sin?
That we may give some satisfaction to this question, we shall, 1. Shew what are the ingredients in this case, or what useth to concur in this distemper. 2. Shew some reasons why the Lord is pleased to dispense thus with his people. 3. Shew how Christ is life to the soul in this case. 4. Shew the believer's duty for a recovery; and, 5. Add a word or two of caution. As to the first, There may be those parts of, or ingredients in this distemper: 1. God presenting their sins unto their view, so as …
John Brown (of Wamphray)—Christ The Way, The Truth, and The Life Josiah, a Pattern for the Ignorant.
"Because thine heart was tender, and thou hast humbled thyself before the Lord, when thou heardest what I spake against this place, and against the inhabitants thereof, that they should become a desolation and a curse, and hast rent thy clothes, and wept before Me; I also have heard thee, saith the Lord. Behold therefore, I will gather thee unto thy fathers, and thou shalt be gathered into thy grave in peace; and thine eyes shall not see all the evil which I will bring upon this place."--2 Kings …
John Henry Newman—Parochial and Plain Sermons, Vol. VIII Covenanting According to the Purposes of God.
Since every revealed purpose of God, implying that obedience to his law will be given, is a demand of that obedience, the announcement of his Covenant, as in his sovereignty decreed, claims, not less effectively than an explicit law, the fulfilment of its duties. A representation of a system of things pre-determined in order that the obligations of the Covenant might be discharged; various exhibitions of the Covenant as ordained; and a description of the children of the Covenant as predestinated …
John Cunningham—The Ordinance of Covenanting The Worst Things Work for Good to the Godly
DO not mistake me, I do not say that of their own nature the worst things are good, for they are a fruit of the curse; but though they are naturally evil, yet the wise overruling hand of God disposing and sanctifying them, they are morally good. As the elements, though of contrary qualities, yet God has so tempered them, that they all work in a harmonious manner for the good of the universe. Or as in a watch, the wheels seem to move contrary one to another, but all carry on the motions of the watch: …
Thomas Watson—A Divine Cordial The Girdle of the City. Nehemiah 3
The beginning of the circumference was from 'the sheep-gate.' That, we suppose, was seated on the south part, yet but little removed from that corner, which looks south-east. Within was the pool of Bethesda, famous for healings. Going forward, on the south part, was the tower Meah: and beyond that, "the tower of Hananeel": in the Chaldee paraphrast it is, 'The tower Piccus,' Zechariah 14:10; Piccus, Jeremiah 31:38.--I should suspect that to be, the Hippic tower, were not that placed on the north …
John Lightfoot—From the Talmud and Hebraica The Power of Assyria at Its Zenith; Esarhaddon and Assur-Bani-Pal
The Medes and Cimmerians: Lydia--The conquest of Egypt, of Arabia, and of Elam. As we have already seen, Sennacherib reigned for eight years after his triumph; eight years of tranquillity at home, and of peace with all his neighbours abroad. If we examine the contemporary monuments or the documents of a later period, and attempt to glean from them some details concerning the close of his career, we find that there is a complete absence of any record of national movement on the part of either Elam, …
G. Maspero—History Of Egypt, Chaldaea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, V 8 Beginning at Jerusalem
The whole verse runs thus: "And that repentance and remission of sins should be preached in his name among all nations, beginning at Jerusalem." The words were spoken by Christ, after he rose from the dead, and they are here rehearsed after an historical manner, but do contain in them a formal commission, with a special clause therein. The commission is, as you see, for the preaching of the gospel, and is very distinctly inserted in the holy record by Matthew and Mark. "Go teach all nations," …
John Bunyan—Jerusalem Sinner Saved The Jerusalem Sinner Saved;
OR, GOOD NEWS FOR THE VILEST OF MEN; BEING A HELP FOR DESPAIRING SOULS, SHOWING THAT JESUS CHRIST WOULD HAVE MERCY IN THE FIRST PLACE OFFERED TO THE BIGGEST SINNERS. THE THIRD EDITION, IN WHICH IS ADDED, AN ANSWER TO THOSE GRAND OBJECTIONS THAT LIE IN THE WAY OF THE THEM THAT WOULD BELIEVE: FOR THE COMFORT OF THEM THAT FEAR THEY HAVE SINNED AGAINST THE HOLY GHOST. BY JOHN BUNYAN, OF BEDFORD. London: Printed for Elizabeth Smith, at the Hand and Bible, on London Bridge, 1691. ADVERTISEMENT BY THE EDITOR. …
John Bunyan—The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3 Chronicles
The comparative indifference with which Chronicles is regarded in modern times by all but professional scholars seems to have been shared by the ancient Jewish church. Though written by the same hand as wrote Ezra-Nehemiah, and forming, together with these books, a continuous history of Judah, it is placed after them in the Hebrew Bible, of which it forms the concluding book; and this no doubt points to the fact that it attained canonical distinction later than they. Nor is this unnatural. The book …
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament Links 2 Chronicles 33:24 NIV2 Chronicles 33:24 NLT2 Chronicles 33:24 ESV2 Chronicles 33:24 NASB2 Chronicles 33:24 KJV
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