JAMB Christian Religious Studies 2004 Question 40

Question 40

Religious Reforms

What did King Josiah do to the altar that was erected by Jeroboam at Bethel?

  1. A.he removed its items
  2. B.he broke its stones into pieces
  3. C.he burnt it down
  4. D.he rained curses upon it.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (he broke its stones into pieces)

Explanation

2 Kings 23:15: Josiah pulled down the altar at Bethel and broke its stones in pieces, crushing them to dust.