And he did [that which was] right in the sight of the LORD, according to all that his father Uzziah did: howbeit he entered not into the temple of the LORD. And the people did yet corruptly.
Ver. 2. And he did that which was right.] See 2 Kings 15:34. Josephus saith that no virtue was wanting unto him, and that he was pious, just, public spirited, &c.
Howbeit he entered not into the temple,] viz., To encroach upon the priest's office; to serve God, no doubt but he entered into it frequently.
And the people did yet corruptly.] By sacrificing and burning incense still in the high places, 2Ki 15:35 though Isaiah, Hosea, Micah, and other holy prophets then living showed them their sin. To this day, people will not leave their old evil customs, though never so much preached down.