2 Chronicles 33:1
New International Version
Manasseh was twelve years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem fifty-five years.

New Living Translation
Manasseh was twelve years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem fifty-five years.

English Standard Version
Manasseh was twelve years old when he began to reign, and he reigned fifty-five years in Jerusalem.

Berean Standard Bible
Manasseh was twelve years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem fifty-five years.

King James Bible
Manasseh was twelve years old when he began to reign, and he reigned fifty and five years in Jerusalem:

New King James Version
Manasseh was twelve years old when he became king, and he reigned fifty-five years in Jerusalem.

New American Standard Bible
Manasseh was twelve years old when he became king, and he reigned for fifty-five years in Jerusalem.

NASB 1995
Manasseh was twelve years old when he became king, and he reigned fifty-five years in Jerusalem.

NASB 1977
Manasseh was twelve years old when he became king, and he reigned fifty-five years in Jerusalem.

Legacy Standard Bible
Manasseh was twelve years old when he became king, and he reigned fifty-five years in Jerusalem.

Amplified Bible
Manasseh was twelve years old when he became king, and he reigned for fifty-five years in Jerusalem.

Christian Standard Bible
Manasseh was twelve years old when he became king, and he reigned fifty-five years in Jerusalem.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Manasseh was 12 years old when he became king and reigned 55 years in Jerusalem.

American Standard Version
Manasseh was twelve years old when he began to reign; and he reigned fifty and five years in Jerusalem.

Contemporary English Version
Manasseh was 12 years old when he became king of Judah, and he ruled 55 years from Jerusalem.

English Revised Version
Manasseh was twelve years old when he began to reign; and he reigned fifty and five years in Jerusalem,

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Manasseh was 12 years old when he began to rule, and he ruled for 55 years in Jerusalem.

Good News Translation
Manasseh was twelve years old when he became king of Judah, and he ruled in Jerusalem for fifty-five years.

International Standard Version
Manasseh began to reign at the age of twelve years, and continued to reign for 55 years in Jerusalem.

Majority Standard Bible
Manasseh was twelve years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem fifty-five years.

NET Bible
Manasseh was twelve years old when he became king, and he reigned for fifty-five years in Jerusalem.

New Heart English Bible
Manasseh was twelve years old when he began to reign; and he reigned fifty-five years in Jerusalem.

Webster's Bible Translation
Manasseh was twelve years old when he began to reign, and he reigned fifty and five years in Jerusalem:

World English Bible
Manasseh was twelve years old when he began to reign, and he reigned fifty-five years in Jerusalem.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Manasseh is a son of twelve years in his reigning, and he has reigned fifty-five years in Jerusalem;

Young's Literal Translation
A son of twelve years is Manasseh in his reigning, and fifty and five years he hath reigned in Jerusalem;

Smith's Literal Translation
The son of twelve years was Manasseh in his reigning, and fifty and five years he reigned in Jerusalem.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Manasses was twelve years old when he began to reign, and he reigned fifty-five years in Jerusalem.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Manasseh was twelve years old when he had begun to reign, and he reigned for fifty-five years in Jerusalem.

New American Bible
Manasseh was twelve years old when he became king, and he reigned fifty-five years in Jerusalem.

New Revised Standard Version
Manasseh was twelve years old when he began to reign; he reigned fifty-five years in Jerusalem.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
MANASSEH was twelve years old when he began to reign, and he reigned fifty-five years in Jerusalem;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Manasheh was a son of twelve years when he arose into the kingdom, and fifty and five years he reigned in Jerusalem.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Manasseh was twelve years old when he began to reign; and he reigned fifty and five years in Jerusalem.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Manasses was twelve years old when he began to reign, and he reigned fifty-five years in Jerusalem.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Manasseh Reigns in Judah
1Manasseh was twelve years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem fifty-five years. 2And he did evil in the sight of the LORD by following the abominations of the nations that the LORD had driven out before the Israelites.…

Cross References
2 Kings 21:1-18
Manasseh was twelve years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem fifty-five years. His mother’s name was Hephzibah. / And he did evil in the sight of the LORD by following the abominations of the nations that the LORD had driven out before the Israelites. / For he rebuilt the high places that his father Hezekiah had destroyed, and he raised up altars for Baal. He made an Asherah pole, as King Ahab of Israel had done, and he worshiped and served all the host of heaven. ...

2 Chronicles 32:33
And Hezekiah rested with his fathers and was buried in the upper tombs of David’s descendants. All Judah and the people of Jerusalem paid him honor at his death. And his son Manasseh reigned in his place.

2 Chronicles 33:2-9
And he did evil in the sight of the LORD by following the abominations of the nations that the LORD had driven out before the Israelites. / For he rebuilt the high places that his father Hezekiah had torn down, and he raised up altars for the Baals and made Asherah poles. And he worshiped and served all the host of heaven. / Manasseh also built altars in the house of the LORD, of which the LORD had said, “My Name will remain in Jerusalem forever.” ...

2 Chronicles 34:1-2
Josiah was eight years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem thirty-one years. / And he did what was right in the eyes of the LORD and walked in the ways of his father David; he did not turn aside to the right or to the left.

2 Kings 21:19-26
Amon was twenty-two years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem two years. His mother’s name was Meshullemeth daughter of Haruz; she was from Jotbah. / And he did evil in the sight of the LORD, as his father Manasseh had done. / He walked in all the ways of his father, and he served and worshiped the idols his father had served. ...

2 Kings 23:26-27
Nevertheless, the LORD did not turn away from the fury of His burning anger, which was kindled against Judah because of all that Manasseh had done to provoke Him to anger. / For the LORD had said, “I will remove Judah from My sight, just as I removed Israel. I will reject this city Jerusalem, which I chose, and the temple of which I said, ‘My Name shall be there.’”

2 Kings 24:3-4
Surely this happened to Judah at the LORD’s command, to remove them from His presence because of the sins of Manasseh and all that he had done, / and also for the innocent blood he had shed. For he had filled Jerusalem with innocent blood, and the LORD was unwilling to forgive.

Jeremiah 15:4
I will make them a horror to all the kingdoms of the earth because of what Manasseh son of Hezekiah king of Judah did in Jerusalem.

Isaiah 7:14-16
Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin will be with child and give birth to a son, and will call Him Immanuel. / By the time He knows enough to reject evil and choose good, He will be eating curds and honey. / For before the boy knows enough to reject evil and choose good, the land of the two kings you dread will be laid waste.

Isaiah 39:7
And some of your descendants, your own flesh and blood, will be taken away to be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.”

Matthew 1:10
Hezekiah was the father of Manasseh, Manasseh the father of Amon, Amon the father of Josiah,

Matthew 1:9-10
Uzziah was the father of Jotham, Jotham the father of Ahaz, and Ahaz the father of Hezekiah. / Hezekiah was the father of Manasseh, Manasseh the father of Amon, Amon the father of Josiah,

Acts 7:51-53
You stiff-necked people with uncircumcised hearts and ears! You always resist the Holy Spirit, just as your fathers did. / Which of the prophets did your fathers fail to persecute? They even killed those who foretold the coming of the Righteous One. And now you are His betrayers and murderers— / you who received the law ordained by angels, yet have not kept it.”

Romans 1:21-23
For although they knew God, they neither glorified Him as God nor gave thanks to Him, but they became futile in their thinking and darkened in their foolish hearts. / Although they claimed to be wise, they became fools, / and exchanged the glory of the immortal God for images of mortal man and birds and animals and reptiles.

Romans 2:4-5
Or do you disregard the riches of His kindness, tolerance, and patience, not realizing that God’s kindness leads you to repentance? / But because of your hard and unrepentant heart, you are storing up wrath against yourself for the day of wrath, when God’s righteous judgment will be revealed.


Treasury of Scripture

Manasseh was twelve years old when he began to reign, and he reigned fifty and five years in Jerusalem:

A.

2 Chronicles 32:33
And Hezekiah slept with his fathers, and they buried him in the chiefest of the sepulchres of the sons of David: and all Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem did him honour at his death. And Manasseh his son reigned in his stead.

2 Kings 21:1
Manasseh was twelve years old when he began to reign, and reigned fifty and five years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name was Hephzibah.

1 Chronicles 3:13
Ahaz his son, Hezekiah his son, Manasseh his son,

Manasses

2 Chronicles 34:1,2
Josiah was eight years old when he began to reign, and he reigned in Jerusalem one and thirty years…

Ecclesiastes 10:16
Woe to thee, O land, when thy king is a child, and thy princes eat in the morning!

Isaiah 3:4,12
And I will give children to be their princes, and babes shall rule over them…

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2 Chronicles 33
1. Manasseh's wicked reign
3. He sets up idolatry, and will not be admonished
11. He is carried into Babylon
12. Upon his prayer to God he is released and puts down idolatry
18. His acts
20. He dying, Amon succeeds him
21. who is slain by his servants
25. The murderers being slain, Josiah succeeds him














Manasseh
The name "Manasseh" is derived from the Hebrew root "נשה" (nasha), meaning "to forget" or "to cause to forget." This name is significant in the context of Manasseh's reign, as it reflects the spiritual amnesia that characterized his leadership. Manasseh's reign is marked by a departure from the worship of Yahweh, leading the nation into idolatry and moral decay. His name serves as a reminder of the consequences of forgetting God's commandments and the importance of spiritual remembrance and faithfulness.

was twelve years old
The phrase "was twelve years old" highlights the youth and inexperience of Manasseh when he ascended to the throne. In the ancient Near Eastern context, it was not uncommon for young individuals to become rulers, often under the guidance of regents or advisors. This detail underscores the vulnerability of the kingdom during his early reign and sets the stage for understanding how external influences and internal counsel could have shaped his decisions. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of godly mentorship and guidance for young leaders.

when he became king
"when he became king" marks the beginning of Manasseh's rule over Judah. The transition of power in the biblical narrative often signifies a period of potential change, for better or worse. In Manasseh's case, his ascension to the throne initiated a time of significant spiritual decline. This phrase invites reflection on the responsibilities and challenges that come with leadership, especially in maintaining faithfulness to God's covenant amidst political and cultural pressures.

and he reigned in Jerusalem
The phrase "and he reigned in Jerusalem" situates Manasseh's rule in the historical and spiritual heart of Judah. Jerusalem, as the city of David and the location of the Temple, held immense religious significance. Manasseh's reign in this sacred city is particularly poignant, as it contrasts the intended holiness of Jerusalem with the idolatry and abominations he introduced. This serves as a cautionary tale about the desecration of what is holy and the need to uphold the sanctity of places dedicated to God.

fifty-five years
"fifty-five years" is notable as the longest recorded reign of any king in Judah. This extended period allowed for the deep entrenchment of idolatrous practices and the corruption of the nation's spiritual life. The length of Manasseh's reign is a sobering reminder of the enduring impact of ungodly leadership and the long-term consequences of turning away from God. However, it also highlights God's patience and the opportunity for repentance, as seen later in Manasseh's life. This serves as an encouragement that no matter how prolonged a period of rebellion may be, God's grace remains available for those who turn back to Him.

Verse 1. - The parallel adds the name of Manasseh's mother, the well-omened name Hephzibah, "My delight is in her" (Isaiah 62:4).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Manasseh
מְנַשֶּׁ֣ה (mə·naš·šeh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4519: Manasseh -- 'causing to forget', a son of Joseph, also a king of Judah, also two Israelites

was twelve
שְׁתֵּ֥ים (šə·têm)
Number - fd
Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number)

years old
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

when he became king,
בְמָלְכ֑וֹ (ḇə·mā·lə·ḵōw)
Preposition-b | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 4427: To reign, inceptively, to ascend the throne, to induct into royalty, to take counsel

and he reigned
מָלַ֖ךְ (mā·laḵ)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 4427: To reign, inceptively, to ascend the throne, to induct into royalty, to take counsel

in Jerusalem
בִּירוּשָׁלִָֽם׃ (bî·rū·šā·lim)
Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 3389: Jerusalem -- probably 'foundation of peace', capital city of all Israel

fifty-five
וַחֲמִשִּׁ֤ים (wa·ḥă·miš·šîm)
Conjunctive waw | Number - common plural
Strong's 2572: Fifty

years.
שָׁנָ֔ה (šā·nāh)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 8141: A year


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