WAEC Christian Religious Studies 2007 Question 12

Question 12

Religious Reforms

Josiah's Religious Reforms in Judah led to the

  1. A.renewal of the worship of the sun god
  2. B.removal from the Temple, vessels dedicated to foreign gods
  3. C.restoration of the rights of wizards and mediums
  4. D.refurnishing of all local sanctuaries throughout Judah.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (removal from the Temple, vessels dedicated to foreign gods)

Explanation

Josiah had all the vessels made for Baal, Asherah and the host of heaven brought out of the temple and burnt (2 Kings 23:4).