Bible Dictionary
Uzza
Uzza was a garden or burial place near Jerusalem where Manasseh and his son Amon were buried. It may have been attached to the royal palace grounds.
Definition
Uzza was a garden or burial place in which Manasseh and his son Amon were buried.
Biblical Usage
The place is mentioned in the account of the burials of the kings of Judah, Manasseh and Amon.
Historical Background
It was probably near the king’s palace in Jerusalem or attached to its grounds. Manasseh may have acquired it from a person named Uzza.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Strengh, a garden in which Manasseh and Amon were buried (2 Kings 21:18, 26). It was probably near the king’s palace in Jerusalem, or may have formed part of the palace grounds. Manasseh may probably have acquired it from some one of this name.
Smith's Bible Dictionary
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