2 Chronicles

Temple History

The Book of 2 Chronicles is the second book of the Books of Chronicles in the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament. It is a continuation of the history of the Israelites, beginning with the reign of Solomon and continuing through the fall of the Kingdom of Judah to the Babylonians. The book includes stories of the kings of Judah, including both the good kings who followed God's commands and the bad kings who turned away from God. It also includes stories of the prophets and other leaders who served as advisers and counselors to the kings. The book ends with the fall of the Kingdom of Judah to the Babylonians and the exile of the Israelites to Babylon. Key figures in the book of 2 Chronicles include Solomon, Rehoboam, Asa, Jehoshaphat, Hezekiah, and Zedekiah. The book also mentions various other individuals, such as the prophets and the priests, who served as advisers and leaders for the kings. The book also emphasizes the role of God in the history of the Israelites and the importance of obedience to his commands.

Commentary

36 chapters

Biblical figures

Key figures in 2 Chronicles

God

Supreme Being

Israel

King

David

Prophet, King of Israel

Moses

Prophet, biblical judge

Judah

Tribal leader

Jerusalem

Capital

Egypt

Pharaoh

Dan

Judge

Levi

Priest

Aaron

High Priest of Israel

Solomon

Prophet, King of Israel

Philistine

Enemy

Pharaoh

Ben

Son of Jacob.

Abraham

Prophet, patriarch

Jordan

Baptist

Ephraim

Tribe Leader

Benjamin

Son of Jacob.

Eve

Mother of all humankind

Zion

No official position held by the figure Zion.

Syria

Ruler

Jeremiah

Prophet, Cohen

Manasseh son of Jacob

Samuel

Prophet, biblical judge

Assyria

King of Assyria

Isaac

Prophet, patriarch

Hezekiah

King of Judah

Ammon

Servant

Samaria

King of Israel

Absalom

King

Edom

Chief of Edom.

Gad

prophet

Joel

Prophet

Jehoshaphat

King of Judah

Shem

Son

Ram

Judge

Elisha

Prophet

Hebron

City

Elijah

Prophet

Bethel

priest

Zedekiah

King of Judah

Damascus

Governor of Damascus

Hanan

High Priest

Bethlehem

Town.

Josiah

King of Judah

Simeon

Priest

Zadok

High Priest of Israel

Ishmael

Son of Abraham

Shema

Leader

Naphtali

Tribal leader

Azariah

High Priest

Jezreel

The position held by Jezreel was "a city in Israel."

Joash

King

Nathan

Prophet

Jesse

Father of King David

Zebulun

Asher

Tribal leader.

Issachar

Tribal leader.

Benaiah

Commander of King David's bodyguard

Sheba

Queen

Shemaiah

Prophet

Shilo

Religious Leader

Amaziah

King

Hanani

Messenger

Merari

Levite

Zechariah

Priest

Ahaziah

King of Judah

Persia

King

Ramah

Prophet.

Asaph

Singer

Hilkiah

High Priest of Israel

Carmel

Prophet.

Obed

Son of Ruth and Boaz.

Amon

King

Isaiah

Prophet

Micah

Prophet

Gershon

Musician

Jeshua

High Priest

Shaphan

Scribe

Hananiah

prophet

Joram

King

Johanan

High Priest of Israel

Uzziah

King of Judah

Adonijah

Rebel leader.

Maaseiah

Governor

Abel

Shepherd

Boaz

Kinsman redeemer

Jotham

King of Judah

Zerah

Chieftain

Cyrus

King

Hazael

King

Zeba

Army commander

Amasa

Commander of the army

Eliab

Eliab's positionheld would be "brother of David."

Elkanah

Priest

Mattan

High Priest

Abijah

King of Judah

Ahijah

High Priest of Israel

Nethaniah

Captain

Obadiah

Governor

Arabia

Queen

Asahel

Commander of the Army

Jehiel

Head of the Levites

Micaiah

Prophet

Omri

King of Israel

Uzziel

Leader.

Athaliah

Queen regnant, King of Judah

Elishama

Leader

Horeb

Mountain

Amariah

High Priest

Heman

Singer

Mattaniah

High Priest

Eliakim

Chief steward

Eliezer

Servant

Michael

Archangel

Iddo

Priest

Amoz

Prophet

Ophir

King of Ophir

Joah

Secretary

Orna

Captain

Jeiel

Singer

Kidron

Judge

Eliel

Priest.

Adaiah

Priest

Bezaleel

Master Craftsman

Jachin

High Priest

Zebadiah

Priest

Abdon

Judge

Mareshah

Governor

Zorah

Judge

Aijalon

Judge

Michaiah

Prophet.

Abihail

Father of Esther

Asaiah

Commander of the army.

Bera

King

Jahaziel

Prophet

Naamah

Trea

Eliada

Uriel

Ajalon

Judge

Tikva

Tobijah

Ziza

Azaliah

Huldah

Jerusha

Moriah

Shama

Zibiah

Adoraim

Ephrain

Shamariah

Ahab

King of Israel

Baasha

King of Israel

Eli

High Priest of Israel, biblical judge

Ham

Jehoahaz

King of Judah, King of Israel

Jehoiada

High Priest of Israel

Jehoiakim

King of Judah

Moab

Nebuchadnezzar

King of Babylon

Rehoboam

King of Judah, King of Israel

Shallum

High Priest of Israel

Shimea

Shishak

Pharaoh

Chapters

Solomon's Wisdom and Wealth

2 Chronicles 1

Solomon's dedication to building God's temple and the flourishing of Israel under his wise leadership

Solomon Prepares to Build the Temple

2 Chronicles 2

Solomon's commitment to fulfilling the divine mandate of building a dwelling place for God, marked by resource dedication and strategic planning

Building the Temple Begins

2 Chronicles 3

The significance of the temple as a symbol of Israel's covenant relationship with God, marked by meticulous construction and adherence to divine plans.

Furnishings of the Temple Completed

2 Chronicles 4

The meticulous completion of the temple's furnishings, reflecting the devotion to worship and the centrality of divine presence in Israel's religious life

Ark Brought to the Temple

2 Chronicles 5

The triumphant entry of the Ark into the temple, marking the fulfillment of Solomon's dedication and the establishment of God's presence in the sacred space.

Solomon's Prayer of Dedication

2 Chronicles 6

Solomon's heartfelt prayer acknowledging God's covenant, seeking His presence, and emphasizing the temple as a place for divine communion

God's Glory Fills the Temple

2 Chronicles 7

The manifestation of God's glory in response to Solomon's dedication, signifying divine approval and underscoring the sacred nature of the temple

Solomon's Achievements

2 Chronicles 8

Solomon's accomplishments in building and governance, contributing to the prosperity and stability of the Israelite kingdom

The Queen of Sheba's Visit

2 Chronicles 9

The Queen of Sheba's visit, affirming Solomon's renowned wisdom and the magnificence of his reign, with implications for international relations

Division of the Kingdom

2 Chronicles 10

The pivotal chapter detailing the division of the kingdom, marked by political and historical implications for Israel

Rehoboam's Reign in Judah

2 Chronicles 11

Rehoboam's initial reign in Judah, marked by political and social dynamics that influence the kingdom's trajectory.

Egypt's Invasion and Repentance

2 Chronicles 12

The chapter narrates Judah's lapse, the consequences of foreign invasion, and the subsequent repentance, emphasizing the interplay between obedience and divine mercy.

Abijah's Defense of Judah

2 Chronicles 13

Abijah's defense of Judah against Israel, emphasizing the importance of faithfulness to God's covenant and the role of divine intervention in times of conflict.

Asa's Reign in Judah

2 Chronicles 14

Asa's reign characterized by spiritual reforms, the removal of idols, and a period of peace and prosperity in Judah.

Asa's Reforms and Renewal

2 Chronicles 15

Asa's ongoing reforms, emphasizing the renewal of the covenant and the commitment to worshiping God without the influence of idolatry

Asa's Alliance and Rebuke

2 Chronicles 16

Asa's shift in strategy, forming alliances with foreign powers, and the prophet Hanani's rebuke highlighting the importance of reliance on God

Jehoshaphat's Righteous Reign

2 Chronicles 17

Jehoshaphat's righteous reign, characterized by fidelity to God's ways and educational reforms that contribute to the spiritual and intellectual growth of the nation.

Jehoshaphat and Ahab's Alliance

2 Chronicles 18

The narrative unfolds the consequences of Jehoshaphat's alliance with Ahab, highlighting the dangers of compromising with those who do not follow God's ways.

Jehoshaphat's Reforms and Justice

2 Chronicles 19

Jehoshaphat's governance marked by justice reforms, emphasizing the importance of righteousness in the administration of the kingdom.

Jehoshaphat's Prayer and Victory

2 Chronicles 20

The chapter recounts Jehoshaphat's prayerful dependence on God, leading to a miraculous victory over the enemy and highlighting the power of seeking divine guidance.

Jehoram's Reign in Judah

2 Chronicles 21

Jehoram's reign characterized by disobedience and idolatry, underscoring the spiritual decline and repercussions of straying from God's commands

Athaliah's Usurpation

2 Chronicles 22

The narrative unfolds the turbulent period of Athaliah's usurpation, highlighting the struggles faced by the legitimate heirs and the impact of unrighteous rulership.

Joash's Restoration

2 Chronicles 23

Joash's restoration to the throne, emphasizing the significance of righteous leadership and the restoration of worship practices in Judah

Joash's Apostasy and Zechariah's Death

2 Chronicles 24

The chapter unfolds Joash's oscillation between righteousness and apostasy, culminating in the tragic death of the prophet Zechariah due to the king's disobedience

Amaziah's Reign

2 Chronicles 25

Amaziah's reign characterized by a mix of military accomplishments and spiritual compromise, illustrating the complexities of leadership and the impact of unfaithfulness.

Uzziah's Prosperous Reign and Pride

2 Chronicles 26

Uzziah's reign of prosperity tainted by prideful disobedience and the subsequent affliction of leprosy, emphasizing the dangers of arrogance in leadership.

Jotham's Righteous Reign

2 Chronicles 27

Jotham's righteous reign characterized by spiritual devotion, military success, and economic prosperity, contributing to the well-being of Judah

Ahaz's Apostasy and Defeat

2 Chronicles 28

Ahaz's reign marked by apostasy, foreign alliances, and military defeat, highlighting the destructive outcomes of turning away from God's guidance.

Hezekiah's Cleansing and Restoration

2 Chronicles 29

Hezekiah's reign marked by a fervent commitment to restoring worship, cleansing the temple, and renewing the covenant, bringing about spiritual revival in Judah.

Hezekiah's Passover Celebration

2 Chronicles 30

Hezekiah's Passover celebration, emphasizing the importance of communal worship and the invitation for all of Israel to participate in the spiritual feast.

Hezekiah's Administrative Reforms

2 Chronicles 31

Hezekiah's administrative reforms, highlighting the importance of structured organization and provision for those dedicated to temple service

Sennacherib's Invasion and Hezekiah's Prayer

2 Chronicles 32

The narrative unfolds the perilous situation of Sennacherib's invasion and Hezekiah's fervent prayer for divine deliverance, underscoring the power of trust in God during times of crisis

Manasseh's Repentance and Restoration

2 Chronicles 33

Manasseh's journey from wickedness to repentance, emphasizing the possibility of divine restoration even after a period of waywardness.

Josiah's Reforms and Rediscovery of the Law

2 Chronicles 34

Josiah's reign marked by extensive reforms, culminating in the rediscovery of the Law and a fervent commitment to renewing the covenant with God

Josiah's Passover and Death

2 Chronicles 35

Josiah's last acts of piety, including the celebration of the Passover, and the somber conclusion of his reign with his untimely death in battle

Judah's Final Years and Exile

2 Chronicles 36

The chapter narrates the tragic decline of Judah, marked by idolatry, disobedience, and the Babylonian conquest, leading to the exile of the people