“Manasseh” is derived from a causative form of the verb “forget” – hence, cause to forget. Manasseh causes Judah to forget by liturgical change – rebuilding high places, erecting altars and Asherahs, and so on. Memory is nourished by liturgy; forgetfulness by liturgical perversion.
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