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JAMB 2006 - Question 27
Crs 2006 JAMB Past Questions - Question 27: The pronouncement of God on Josiah for being penitent was that
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Explanation
Josiah was eight years old when he became king of Judah, andhe ruled in Jerusalem for thirty-one years. He did what was pleasing to theLord and strictly obeying all the laws of God. The Lord God of Israel, said,"You listened to what is written in the book, and you repented and humbledyourself before me, tearing your clothes and weeping, when you heard how 1threatened to punish Jerusalem and its people. But I have heard your prayersand the punishment which I am going to place on Jerusalem will not come untilafter your death. I will let you die in peace." 2 Kings 22:1-20

