The account is based on 2 Kings 22:1-23:30. The Chronicler depicts Josiah’s reform differently from the Book of Kings. He begins with a radical act of removing all forms of idolatry, even beyond the borders of Judah. Next, he describes the discovery of the Book of the Law (34:14-21), which triggers a new religious reform (33). The account of Josiah’s Passover is more detailed than the one in 2 Kings 23:21-23, emphasizing the role of the Levites rather than the priests (35:3-6). 35:7-9 mentions that the family Passover has become a national holiday, featuring lamb sacrifices and communal offerings, encouraging participation (35:10-17). The Chronicler interprets Josiah’s death as a sign of divine disapproval of a personal sin. Interestingly, this sin involves ignoring God’s Word spoken by Pharaoh Necho (35:22). The text does not specify which Lamentations are referenced in 35:25.