JAMB Christian Religious Studies 1994 Question 5

Question 5

Religious Reforms

The greatest achievement of King Josiah of Judah was his

  1. A.rebuilding the Temple
  2. B.sweeping reforms of the religious life of his people
  3. C.curtailing the Assyrian aggressions
  4. D.training a worthy successor before his death.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (sweeping reforms of the religious life of his people)

Explanation

After the book of the law was found, Josiah removed idols and high places and renewed the covenant: a thorough religious reform (2 Kings 23).