JAMB Christian Religious Studies 2009 Question 39

Question 39

Religious Reforms

Josiah believed that the wrath of the LORD was kindled against him and all Judah because

  1. A.they did not observe the Passover
  2. B.there was an unholy thing in their midst
  3. C.the people have forgotten God
  4. D.their fathers were disobedient to God.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (their fathers were disobedient to God.)

Explanation

When the book of the law was read to him, Josiah tore his clothes and said God's wrath was kindled because their fathers had not obeyed what was written in it (2 Kings 22:13).