Moreover he burnt incense in the valley of the son of Hinnom, and burnt his children in the fire, after the abominations of the heathen whom the LORD had cast out before the children of Israel.
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Interpretation
This verse speaks in the wider setting of temple and reform as 2 Chronicles unfolds its message.
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This thought runs through 2 Chronicles 28:1-5.
Glossary
- Hinnom Person
- A deep, narrow ravine separating Mount Zion from the so-called “Hill of Evil Counsel. ” It took its name from “some ancient hero, the son of Hinnom. ” It is first mentioned in Josh. 15:8 .
- Valley of Hinnom Place
- Biblical valley. Modern identification: Hinnom Valley.