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The Rest of the Story
All commentators explain that this verse acts as a reference, pointing the reader to the fuller account of Manasseh's life in 2 Chronicles 33. While Kings focuses on his wickedness, Chronicles details his capture by the Assyrians, his profound repentance, and his restoration by God, providing a more complete picture of his life.
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Kings 21:17
18th Century
Theologian
The writer of Kings recounts the history of fifty-five years in just eighteen verses and, as a result, omits numerous important facts from Manasseh…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Kings 21:17
19th Century
Bishop
Now the rest of the acts of Manasseh ... — See 2 Chronicles 33:11–19 for the story …
John Gill
On 2 Kings 21:17
17th Century
Pastor
Now the rest of the acts of Manasseh and all that he did , &c.] Both good and bad, for he repented, and was humbled, and …
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Matthew Henry
On 2 Kings 21:10–18
17th Century
Minister
Here is the doom of Judah and Jerusalem. The words used represent the city emptied and utterly desolate. Yet it was not destroyed by this; instead,…