In this chapter we have the history of the reign, I. Of Manasseh, who reigned long. 1. His wretched apostasy from God, and revolt to idolatry and all wickedness, 2 Chronicles 33:1-33:10. 2. His happy return to God in his affliction; his repentance (2 Chronicles 33:11-33:13), his reformation (2 Chronicles 33:15-33:17), and prosperity (2 Chronicles 33:14), with the conclusion of his reign, 2 Chronicles 33:18-33:20. II. Of Amon, who reigned very wickedly (2 Chronicles 33:21-33:23), and soon ended his days unhappily, 2 Chronicles 33:24, 33:25. MHBCC 401.1