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The Specifics of the Sin
Commentators explain that the judgment was not for general apathy but for specific, active rebellion. The phrase 'burned incense unto other gods' referred to the popular practice of worshipping Baal and the 'host of heaven.' Likewise, 'the work of their hands' points directly to the idols they had created, highlighting a direct rejection of the Creator for created things.
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Kings 22:17
18th Century
Theologian
Have burned incense — In the marginal reference, the corresponding phrase is have served other gods, and worshipped them. Its alter…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Kings 22:17
19th Century
Bishop
With all the works (work) of their hands. — With the idols they have made. See 1 Kings 16:7, where th…
John Gill
On 2 Kings 22:17
17th Century
Pastor
Because they have forsaken me
My worship, as the Targum; his word and ordinances:
and have burnt …
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Matthew Henry
On 2 Kings 22:11–20
17th Century
Minister
The book of the law is read before the king. Those best honor their Bibles who study them, daily feed on that bread, and walk by that light. Convic…