Like the books of samuel, the books of kings were originally one book but divided into two by the greek translators of the original hebrew. As we noted in the previous chapter, 1 and 2 kings originally comprised one book of history. 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. Chapter seven of second kings is about elisha and the syrian armenian army attempting to attack samaria. Is the god of 2 kings more just than merciful, or is it the.
The book of 2 kings describes the history of the northern kingdom of israel and the southern kingdom of judah, focusing on the spiritual successes and failures of each kingdom. But for those who missed the 1 kings study or for those who need their memory refreshed about 1 kings. While 2 samuel leaves off near the end of davids reign, 1 and 2 kings take us from the reign of solomon to the catastrophic division of israel into northern and southern factions. Therefore, 2 kings is actually the fourth book in the series on the history of the hebrew kings as presently arranged. The book of 2 kings continues the history of the two separate kingdoms of judah and israel. This seems to follow the previous pattern in elishas ministry. Oct 15, 2015 a chapter by chapter and verse by verse study of 2 kings taught by pastor paul leboutillier of calvary chapel ontario, oregon.
The books of reference used for this study of the book of 2nd kings were the bible, king james version, called the companion bible, publisher kregel. The waters of the jordan river rolled back twice 2 kings 2. Perfect for acing essays, tests, and quizzes, as well as for writing lesson plans. Study guide for 2 kings 2 by david guzik blue letter bible. Within each lesson you will be able to listen to the 15 minute talk and follow along with the provided study guide. The translators of the septuagint introduced the separation into two books and this separation was made also in the vulgate.
So far i find it very helpful and appreciate the writer for taking the time to write this book. Unfounded jewish traditions says these four were actually gehazi and his three sons. The book of 2 kings, along with 1 kings, was likely written between 560 and 540 b. The same thing happened with the books of samuel and chronicles immediately before and after the books of kings.
It continues the story of the kings over the divided kingdom israel and judah. This is the part of the story where all the pieces should come together, but instead, and quite literally, its where everything falls apart. Josiah institutes a passover for the first time since moses and institutes other holy laws, but does he actually equal david. First and 2 kings feels very different than the book of acts. A chapter by chapter and verse by verse study of 2 kings taught by pastor paul leboutillier of calvary chapel ontario, oregon. Others attribute a group of anonymous authors called the deuteronomists, since language from the book of deuteronomy is repeated in 1 kings. You do not have to have studied 1 kings in order to study 2 kings with us. Because gods word is living and active, we believe the holy spirit is faithful to illuminate our minds as we read scripture. The book of 2 kings is a sequel to the book of 1 kings.
The books of 1 kings and 2 kings were originally one book. Enoch was the only other man in the bible to do so genesis 5. Study scripture verses and use highlighting, underlining, and take notes in the bible. Questions about 2 kings some duplication of links below. 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. God told the widow to gather vessels and pour the oil herself 2 kings 4. A summary, synopsis or recap is a shortened version of the original.
By the end of this book, both kingdoms will have been conquered and destroyed. First and second kings is the second in a series of three double books. Listen to chuck swindoll s overview of second kings in his audio message from the classic series gods masterwork. They will lead the people into idol worship and apostasy from yahwehs covenant. This bible study book is designed to be paired with teaching videos from lysa terkeurst. The author is neither indicated in the text nor known by scholars. We often avoid old testament narrative books like 1 and 2 kings. In kings, davids son solomon leads israel to greatness, only to. Today the good morning girls complete their study in the book of 2 kings our next bible study will begin on monday, april th. Jul 11, 2018 second kings is the second half of a single book that was divided into two parts, 1 and 2 kings because together they were too long to fit on one scroll. According to jewish tradition in the talmud the author was the prophet jeremiah. The book of kings was originally one book that was later divided into i kings and ii kings. Apr 02, 2016 watch our overview video on the books of 12 kings, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought.
Book of 2 kings read, study bible verses online bible study tools. Read and study 2 kings, including book summary, with the versebyverse bible commentary. And it came to pass, when the lord was about to take up elijah into heaven by a whirlwind, that elijah went with elisha from gilgal. Summary of the book of 2 kings this is the second part of the book of kings. The two books of kings originally formed one book only in the hebrew bible. What qualities make josiah and hezekiah particularly great kings. For an outline of both 1 and 2 kings see introduction to 1 kings. Talks from 2 kings can be accessed by choosing one of the lessons listed below.
He was most likely a prophet, because many of the historical events. It all begins with elisha who announced the words of the lord in regards to the famine. In the books of 1 and 2 kings, nineteen evil kings from nine different dynasties rule the northern kingdom of israel. Or does david still transcend the most righteous kings of 2 kings as gods special beloved. Strongs exhaustive concordance of the bible, numbered to the hebrew, chaldee, and greek, and english, coded to the strongs concordance numbers. A study of 2 kings 20, isaiah 389, scottish journal of theology 27 1974. The two books of kings are called the 3 rd and 4 th book of kings in the septuagint as well as the vulgate. But elisha said, as surely as the lord lives and as you live, i will not leave you. The bible study book includes leader helps to guide questions and discussions within small groups, personal study resources to be completed between small group meetings, and versebyverse study for comprehension and application. Jehu sends an ironical letter to the elders of samaria, telling them to choose one of the best of their masters sons, and put him on the throne.
The prophet elijah left this earth without dying 2. The book of 2 nd kings is narrative history and prophecy concerning the affairs of the divided kingdoms. While 2 samuel leaves off near the end of davids reign, 1 and 2 kings take us from the reign of solomon to the catastrophic division of. Studying 1 and 2 kings can help students understand the history that forms the background for many of the prophetic books of the old testament. 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. I have not read the whole book i bought it just as a study guide as i read through the bible each year. Bible studies 6 these items have been added to your cart. More details and resources for this study will be posted on the blog later in march. After centuries of conquest and struggle, king david united the twelve tribes of israel into a single kingdom and led them into a golden era as a nation. The book also explains why israel and judah lost the lords protection and were conquered.
The nwt study bible is complete with cross references, maps, and an accurate bible dictionary. Originally, the double books were single booksone book of samuel, one of kings, and one of chronicles. Coregent with predecessor or successor the years in brackets give alternative calculations. Originally this book and the preceding book were combined into one longer book in the hebrew bible. Book of second kings overview insight for living ministries. Originally one book, they were divided by the septuagint translators. Gehazi was afflicted with leprosy because of his greed towards namaan 2 kings 5. The books of kings were originally one book in the hebrew text and formed a two volume corpus with the present books of samuel.
While 2 kings is a continuation of 1 kings the book stands alone and is understandable on its own. The septuagint translators were the ones who made the divisions, and they did so more or less for the convenience. Epic is a ninemonth series exploring the bible through a chronological journey. These and other miraculous events testify to gods continuing work among his people. The tradition is that the prophet jeremiah was the author of both 1 and 2 kings. Learn exactly what happened in this chapter, scene, or section of bible. He writes a second letter, and orders them to send him the heads of ahabs seventy sons. Studies in the book of kings, 48 messages covering 1 and 2 kings. Watch our overview video on the books of 12 kings, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Is this just scholars trying to show how smart they are or is there a nugget of something important there. Much of page 7 and the top of 8 if ebook commentary on 8. In the hebrew manuscripts of the ot the division into two books first appeared in the 15 th century. Second kings is the second half of a single book that was divided into two parts, 1 and 2 kings because together they were too long to fit on one scroll. Nov 12, 2019 the bible study book includes leader helps to guide questions and discussions within small groups, personal study resources to be completed between small group meetings, and versebyverse study for comprehension and application.
First and second kings were originally one book, called in the hebrew text, kings, from the first word in 1. The book of 2 kings outlines the causes of the scattering of israel. A brief summary of i kings will help in understanding the significance of the. Bible study guide for 2 kings, old testament david padfield. Ackroyd, an interpretation of the babylonian exile. Their sins will result in conquest by the kingdom of assyria in 722 bc, to exile from their homeland. Jewish tradition credits jeremiah the prophet as the author of 1 kings, although bible scholars are divided on the issue.
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