The reign of Josiah
The servants of Amon conspired against him and killed the king in his own house. Then the people of the land killed all those who had conspired against King Amo..., spanning 32 years associated with Josiah.
Description
The servants of Amon conspired against him and killed the king in his own house. Then the people of the land killed all those who had conspired against King Amon, and the people of the land made Josiah his son king in his place. (2KI 21:23-24) Josiah was eight years old when he became king, and he reigned thirty-one years in Jerusalem; and his mother's name was Jedidah the daughter of Adaiah of Bozkath. He did right in the sight of the LORD and walked in all the way of his father David, nor did he turn aside to the right or to the left. (2KI 22:1-2)
Details
- Type
- Reign
- Person
- Josiah
- Start
- ~683 BC(3321 AH)
- End
- ~651 BC(3353 AH)
- Duration
- 32 years
- Start Reference
- 2KI 21:24
- End Reference
- 2KI 22:1
Notes
START:[Shulman date p83] [Ussher date p90] END:*HYPOTHESIS: Judah counted regnal years starting the year AFTER a king took the throne (accession year) resulting in a 1-year undercount. See dataset notes for more information. [Shulman date p83] [Ussher date p94]
Historical Dating
Reign of King Saul
1050–1010 BCSaul's reign begins with promise but ends in tragedy. Initially humble and Spirit-empowered, Saul's incomplete obedience (sparing Agag, offering unauthorized sacrifice) reveals that external conformit...
David's Reign and the Davidic Covenant
1010–970 BCDavid conquers Jerusalem, making it Israel's political and religious capital, and brings the ark there with great celebration. He desires to build God a house (temple), but God reverses the plan—He wi...
Solomon's Reign and Temple Construction
970–930 BCSolomon (שְׁלֹמֹה, 'peace') succeeds David, and God grants him unprecedented wisdom. His building of the Temple fulfills David's desire and creates the permanent dwelling place for the ark and divine ...
Josiah's Reforms
640–609 BCJosiah becomes king at eight years old and initiates Judah's most comprehensive reformation. Discovery of the law-book during temple repairs (likely Deuteronomy) prompts national covenant renewal. Jos...
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did The reign of Josiah occur in Bible history?
The reign of Josiah occurred approximately ~683 BC to ~651 BC. This is 3321–3353 AH (Anno Hominis — years from Creation using the Ussher chronology, where Year 1 = ~4004 BC). This period lasted 32 years.
What does “AH” mean in Bible chronology?
AH stands for “Anno Hominis” (Year of Man), a chronological system that counts years from Creation. Under the Ussher chronology, Year 1 AH corresponds to approximately 4004 BC.