Translations
Modern
Then the servants of Amon conspired against him and killed him in his palace.
Traditional
And his servants conspired against him, and slew him in his own house.
Literal
And his servants conspired against him and killed him in his own house.
Latin
Cumque conjurassent adversus eum servi sui, interfecerunt eum in domo sua.
Original
Hebrew
English
Then the servants of Amon conspired against him and killed him in his palace.
Notes
The text does not specify the political forces behind Amon’s assassination. However, Egypt might have instigated it when Assyria's power weakened, creating an opportunity.
Theme notes and profiles
Parallels
Glossary
Amon (Person) Chronicles, Books of First and Second Genealogy
Topics
Amon: King of Judah Kings: Who Reigned Over Judah: Amon Prophecies Concerning Israel: Amon Succeeds Manasseh on the Throne