Bible Dictionary
Uzza, The Garden Of
The Garden of Uzza was the place where Manasseh and Amon, kings of Judah, were buried. Its exact location is unknown, but it was associated with Manasseh’s palace.
Definition
The Garden of Uzza was the place where Manasseh, king of Judah, and his son Amon were buried. It was distinct from the customary sepulchres of the kings.
Biblical Usage
The garden is mentioned in the burial account of Manasseh and Amon in 2 Kings 21:18, 26.
Historical Background
It was attached to Manasseh’s palace, but the supplied material gives no clue to its precise position.
Scripture References
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Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
the spot in which Manasseh king of Judah and his son Amon were buried. (2 Kings 21:18,26) It was the garden attached to Manasseh’s palace. ver. 18. The fact of its mention shows that it was not where the usual sepulchres of the kings were. No clue, however, is afforded to its position.