2 Kings 16:2 says Ahaz did not do right—opposite to Josiah's righteousness in the main verse.

2 Kings 18:3 says Hezekiah did right like David—identical phrasing to Josiah's description.

Deuteronomy 5:32 gives the exact command 'do not turn aside' that Josiah's life obeys.

Joshua 1:7 commands not turning from the law; Josiah's reign exemplifies that faithful obedience.

1 Kings 15:5 describes David's consistent righteousness except Uriah; Josiah is said to walk in all David's ways without exception.

2 Chronicles 29:2 evaluates Hezekiah by the same standard as Josiah—both did right as David did, linking their reigns.

Ezekiel 18:14-17 describes a son who does right despite his father's sins; Josiah broke from his wicked father Amon.

Deuteronomy 28:14 is the source of 'not turning aside' language — Josiah's obedience mirrors the covenant command.

1 Kings 13:2 prophesies Josiah by name — showing his reforming mission was foretold long before.

2 Chronicles 34:2 is the parallel account of Josiah, repeating the same description verbatim.

Jeremiah 22:15 praises Josiah for doing justice and righteousness — affirming his righteous walk.

2 Chronicles 31:20 describes Hezekiah doing 'good and right and faithful' — a parallel to Josiah's righteous walk.

Proverbs 4:27 warns against turning aside; Josiah's conduct embodies that wisdom principle.