Bible Explorer · Event · 622 BC
During temple repairs commissioned by King Josiah, high priest Hilkiah finds the scroll of the Law; Shaphan reads it to the king, who tears his robes, inquires of prophetess Huldah, and convenes a national covenant renewal and Passover.
Date: 622 BC · Note: Turning point sparking Josiah’s sweeping nationwide reformation and purge of idolatry.
2 Kings 22:3-20, 2 Chronicles 34:14-28