He was directed by God unto the repentance of the nation, and he took away the abominations of wickedness.
He directed his heart toward the Lord; at a time of lawlessness, he made devotion to God stronger.
He was divinely directed for the repentance of the nation, and he took away the abominations of impiety.
He was completely loyal to the Lord and strengthened true religion in those wicked times.
He set his heart right toward the Lord. In lawless days, he made godliness prevail.
Many had rejected God's Law, but Josiah was faithful and encouraged others to obey God.