Question:
in Second Kings 22:19 because your heart was softened and you humbled yourself before the LoRD when you heard what I decreed against this
place and its inhabitants-that it will become a desolation
and a curse--and because you rent your clothes and wept
before Me, I for My part have listened-declares the
Lord. 20 Assuredly, I will gather you to your fathers and
you will be laid in your tomb in peace.
the question is that Joish pray to God
Answer:
Yes he did, just renting his clothes, and crying was not the main point, but the prayer that came along with it.
Sources:
Malbim Kings 2 22-19.
