II Kings 22:11
The Scripture
(11) And it came to pass, when the king had heard the words of the book of the law, that he rent his clothes.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
Young King Josiah ordered repairs to the temple, during which Hilkiah the priest discovered the Book of the Law, and upon hearing it read Josiah tore his clothes in grief over Judah's disobedience. Josiah sent to the prophetess Huldah, who confirmed coming judgment on Jerusalem but promised Josiah would be spared it because of his humble heart.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
II Kings 22:19II Chronicles 34:19Jeremiah 36:24Joel 2:13Jonah 3:6Jonah 3:7
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