2 Chronicles, the thirteenth book of the Bible, covers the history of the kingdom of Judah from the reign of Solomon’s son Rehoboam to the Babylonian exile. This book reorganizes and expands upon the content found in 1 Kings and 2 Kings, adding additional details and material.
Part 1: Successors of Solomon (Chapters 1-9)
- Rehoboam’s Reign: The reign of Rehoboam, Solomon’s son, and the events following the division of Israel.
- The Reign of Asa: The reign of King Asa of Judah and his reforms.
Part 2: The Rise and Fall of Judah (Chapters 10-24)
- The Reign of Jehoshaphat: The reign of King Jehoshaphat of Judah and his achievements.
- The Reigns of Ahaz and Hezekiah: The reigns of Kings Ahaz and Hezekiah of Judah and their reform efforts.
- The Sins of Manasseh and Amos: The sins of Kings Manasseh and Amos and their consequences.
Part 3: Decline and Exile (Chapters 25-36)
- Judah’s Conquest by Babylon: The conquest of Judah by Babylon and the destruction of Jerusalem.
- Exile of the People of Judah: The exile of the people of Judah to Babylon.
2 Chronicles presents the history of the kingdom of Judah from a religious perspective, emphasising obedience to God and its consequences. This book helps in understanding a crucial period in Israel’s history.
