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# Josiah

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Josiah was a child king of Judah. He was born around 648 BC. Josiah started his rule as king at the age of 8 when his father, Amon, died. Josiah was thought of as a good king. He following in the steps of his ancestor King David.

Josiah ruled for 31 years in Jerusalem and died in 609 BC. He was killed by King Necho of Egypt while Josiah was helping the king of Assyria fight off the attacks of the Egyptian's. Josiah's son Jehoahaz became the new King of Judah.

## [edit] External links

- Jewish Encyclopedia: Josiah
- Catholic Encyclopedia: Josias

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Categories: Kings and queens | Israel | 609 BC deaths | 648 BC births

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