The books of 1 kings and 2 kings were originally one book. This book is the sequel to 1 and 2 samuel and begins by tracing solomons rise to kingship after the death of david. Originally one book, 1 and 2 kings get their names from the fact that they present the history of the kings of israel. Near the time of david s death he appointed solomon to be the next king. They contain the account of israel from solomon until the destruction of judah. Bible blender november 10, 2010 detailed outline of 1 kings era of solomon, jeroboam, the prophet elijah 20171014t10. The book of kings is the ninth book of the hebrew bible or the eleventh and twelfth books of the christian old testament. The book of 1 kings does not specifically name its author. Modern scholarship assigns the authorship to the prophets.
It concludes the deuteronomistic history, a history of israel also comprising the books of joshua and judges and the book of samuel, which biblical commentators believe was written to provide a theological explanation for the destruction of the kingdom of judah by babylon in. The greek translation of the old testament, the septuagint lxx, divided the book in two and this was followed by the latin vulgate version and english translations. The books of first and second kings were originally one book in the hebrew bible, but were later divided into two books. As the illustrious life of king david draws to a close, only some quick thinking by the prophet nathan and solomons mom bathsheba prevents adonijah from stealing the throne from solomon, the rightful king. Jewish tradition is that jeremiah wrote the book of kings talmud, bava bathra 14b.
African kings and queens volume one real african writers series book. Jewish tradition credits jeremiah the prophet as the author of 1 kings, although bible scholars are divided on the issue. This summary of the book of 2 kings provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of 2 kings. Solomon has adonijah executed along with the rest of his enemies, and gets to work building an empire. First kings covers about 126 years of israels history. These books are rich in history and doctrine, and they provide background and context for a significant portion of. The books of kings may be arranged with this quick outline. Summary and analysis 1 and 2 kings, 1 and 2 chronicles. These blessings and curses were all promised to israel in the book of deuteronomy. Solomon and other kings of israel, king ahab and jezebel, the prophet elijah, solomons temple. Back to the bible outlines catholic doors ministry presents an outline of the book of 1 kings.
The stories of good and bad kings have important spiritual lessons for us today. The purpose of 1st kings is to contrast those who obey and disobey. Wherefore his servants said unto him, let there be sought for my lord the king a young virgin. The book of 1 kings was likely written between 560 and 540 b. In the pseudepigrapha, the testament of solomon is a 3rd century ce book that syncretizes. The book begins with the death of king david, and the succession of solomon to the throne, and ends with the kings of. The book of 1 kings may be divided into three major parts.
The book lays a foundational theology in which god reveals his name, his. Summary of the books of kings the story of the bible. Adonijah usurps davids throne, but flees after the anointing of solomon. This app comes downloaded with a free sample book of john. Watch our overview video on the books of 1 2 kings, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Bartsch, wordexplain 4 b5 the reforming reign of king asa over judah 15. Sin to have a victorious church we must have a church with unity. This summary of the book of 1 kings provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of 1 kings.
However, his final act of judgment and the passing of his cloak to elisha at the moment of his ascension to heaven in a whirlwind are contained in 2 kings 1. The second half of the book looks to the characters of the kings of israel and judah as well as the prophets nathan, ahijah, elijah, and micaiah. The books of first and second kings are the story of israels decline. The deuteronomistic history, of which 1 kings is a part, addresses the questions of those who had experienced the fall of the north to assyria in 722721 b. The construction of the temple and solomons private residence.
Detailed outline of 1 kings era of solomon, jeroboam. The book of 1 kings is a continuation of the history of the nation of israel. That includes 1 and 2 kings, since in the hebrew bible they are a single book. The book was written to the people of israel, and to all future readers of the bible. A harmony of the books of samuel, kings and chronicles. Portraits of a disappearing era hardcover october 1, 2000. This unique resource is designed to empower pastors and leaders to effectively preach and teach gods word. The books of kings continue the story that began in the books of samuel. For an outline of both 1 and 2 kings see introduction to 1 kings. King david, king solomon, rehoboam, jeroboam, elijah, ahab, and jezebel. We see the full spectrum of gods dealings with israel.
Much like the book of samuel, the book of kings is split into two parts, 1 kings and 2 kings. The book of kings is the ninth book of the hebrew bible or the eleventh and twelfth books of the. Weve provided this outline of 1 kings and this outline of 2 kings to aid in your study of gods word. Originally one book, they were divided by the septuagint translators. In these history books, the bible contains many examples which teach how we should live 2 timothy 3. Portrayals of economic exchange in the book of kings brill. Learn exactly what happened in this chapter, scene, or section of bible. A bible overview reading plan intext maps, charts, and timelines fullcolour maps fast and easy to use flip back and forth from your bible to notetaking during lessons with one touch and not miss a thing no.
This includes the death of david to the death of jehoshaphat, or about 960 to 834 bc. The book of 1 kings begins with the historical record of davids death and ends with ahaziahs two year reign over israel 970 to 844 bc. Hebrew name melechim kings greek name basilia greek form of the hebrew author jeremiah according to tradition date from 1015562 bc approximately theme of 1 kings the division of the kingdom types and shadows in kings jesus is the peaceful king. Besides that the record of the life of hezekiah or isaiah 36. The building of the temple is recorded in 1 kings and 2 chronicles, with the. What if you could study 1 kings with your favorite bible scholars from across the ages. In these four historical books we have the rise and fall of the kingdom of israel. Just like the book of acts when they were in one place in one accord. The united monarchy and the golden age of solomon chapters 1 11. The same is true of the narration of the ministry of elijah, which for the most part appears in 1 kings chs.
Although the writer is unknown, it was written while the first temple was still standing 1 kings 8. The key personalities are david, solomon, rehoboam, jeroboam, elijah, ahab, and jezebel. The books of 1 and 2 kings were originally one book. First and second kings were originally one book, called in the hebrew text, kings, from the first word in 1. Baasha was an evil king and his dynasty would not last 16. First kings records the death of david, the reign of solomon, the building of the temple, death of solomon, division of the kingdom under rehoboam and jeroboam, and the history of the two kingdoms to the reign of jehoram over judah, and ahaziah over samaria. God establishes solomons reign over israel 1 kgs 15 god establishes his temple in jerusalem 1 kgs 69 solomon turns from god. Perfect for acing essays, tests, and quizzes, as well as for writing lesson plans. Jehu foretells the destruction of the house of baasha 16. Often called the deuteronomic history of the kings of israel and judah because of the prominence attached to the deuteronomic law of the central sanctuary, kings discusses the attitudes of israels kings toward the observance of the law of the central sanctuary as the most important factor in their various reigns. The books of kings show us how faithful god is to his people. Half of 1 kings covers the rise and fall of solomon.
The books of 1 and 2 kings cover more than 400 years of israelite history, starting with the death of king david approximately 1015 b. Bartsch, 5 e 2 the summary of the furniture which solomon caused to be made 7. Solomons reign 1 kings 111 the divided kingdom 1 kings 1216 elijah 1 kings 1722 summary of 1 kings. Historical survey of the old testament by eugene merrill. Others attribute a group of anonymous authors called the deuteronomists, since language from the book of deuteronomy is repeated in 1 kings. Portrayals of economic exchange in the book of kings. Both books tell a history of ancient israel and judah from the death of david to the release of his successor jehoiachin from imprisonment in babylon. The book of 1st kings is narrative history and prophecy. Whereas in older hebrew manuscripts, 1 and 2 kings are one literary work like 1 and 2 samuel and 1 and 2 chronicles, in the septuagint the greek translation of the ot, the vulgate latin translation and most other versions, the work is divided into two books. Adonijah, the son of david by haggith, proclaims himself king. Adonijah attempts to usurp the kingdom of israel from his father david 1 all. Like samuel, the two books of kings were originally one book. Reference is made for example to the book of the acts of solomon 1 kings 11.
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