
In 1 and 2 Kings each ruler is judged according to his loyalty to God, and national success is seen as depending on this loyalty. Idolatry and disobedience, on the other hand, lead to disaster. The kings of the northern kingdom all fail the test, while the record of Judah's kings is mixed.
Outline of Contents
The end of David's reign 1.1—2.12
Solomon becomes king 2.13–46
Solomon's reign 3.1—11.43
a. The early years 3.1—4.34
b. The Temple is built 5.1—8.66
c. The later years 9.1—11.43
The divided kingdom 12.1—22.53
a. The revolt of the northern tribes 12.1—14.20
b. The kings of Judah and of Israel 14.21—16.34
c. The Prophet Elijah 17.1—19.21
d. King Ahab of Israel 20.1—22.40
e. Jehoshaphat of Judah and Ahaziah of Israel 22.41–53
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