# Manasseh — Olney Hymns character guide

> Manasseh in Olney Hymns by John Newton.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0002-book-i-on-select-texts-of-scripture

## Who they are

The wicked king of Judah who repented and was forgiven.

## In the story

### [II: Seeking, Pleading, and Hoping](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/olney_hymns_se/chapters/ii-seeking-pleading-and-hoping)

Cited as a wicked king who was pardoned when he cried for mercy, illustrating the power of repentance.

### [Encouragement](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/olney_hymns_se/chapters/9-encouragement)

The wicked king who filled Jerusalem with blood and defied the Lord, yet was pardoned when he cried for mercy.

## Links

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