Kings Book 2 (The Old Testament)
Christopher Glyn
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The second book in the series traditionally referred to as "Kings" in the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament is the Second Book of Kings. It continues the narrative begun in the First Book of Kings, detailing the history of the Israelite monarchs from the decline and fall of the kingdom of Israel in the north to the eventual exile of the kingdom of Judah in the south. This historical account spans several centuries, covering the reigns of kings in both Israel and Judah, the ministry of prophets like Elisha, and the interactions of the Israelites with surrounding nations and empires. **Key Themes and Events in the Second Book of Kings:** 1. **The Prophetic Ministry:** The book highlights the significant roles played by prophets, particularly Elisha, in guiding, admonishing, and intervening in the affairs of the kingdoms. These prophets act as God's messengers, performing miracles, predicting future events, and calling the people and their leaders back to faithfulness to God. 2. **The Division and Fall of the Kingdoms:** The narrative chronicles the ongoing division between the northern kingdom of Israel and the southern kingdom of Judah, detailing their respective declines due to idolatry, injustice, and failure to adhere to the covenant with God. It recounts the fall of Israel to the Assyrian Empire in 722 BCE and the subsequent exile of its people, followed by the fall of Judah to the Babylonian Empire in 586 BCE, leading to the Babylonian exile. 3. **The Role of Foreign Nations:** The interactions between Israel and Judah and powerful neighboring empires, such as Assyria and Babylon, are a significant focus. These relationships often reflect the political and military challenges faced by the Israelite kingdoms and serve as a backdrop to the prophets' warnings about the consequences of turning away from God. 4. **Judgment and Hope:** Throughout the book, the themes of divine judgment against unfaithfulness and idolatry are juxtaposed with moments of mercy and the promise of future restoration. Despite the grim recounting of the kingdoms' falls, the narrative leaves room for hope in God's ongoing relationship with His people. **Structure of the Second Book of Kings:** - **Early Reigns and Elisha's Ministry (Chapters 1-8):** These chapters cover the final days of Elijah, the prophetic ministry of Elisha, and the reigns of several kings of Israel and Judah. - **The Fall of Israel (Chapters 9-17):** This section includes the rise of Jehu to the throne of Israel, the subsequent purges of Ahab's descendants and Baal worship, and the events leading to the fall of Samaria and the exile of the Israelites by the Assyrians. - **The Kingdom of Judah (Chapters 18-25):** The focus shifts to Judah, detailing the reigns of Hezekiah, Manasseh, and other kings leading to the reign of Josiah and beyond, culminating in the siege of Jerusalem by Babylon, the destruction of the city and the temple, and the exile of the Judahites. The Second Book of Kings serves as a critical historical and theological document, reflecting on the reasons for the Israelite kingdoms' downfall while emphasizing the enduring nature of God's covenant with His people, despite their failures. Through its recounting of this turbulent period, the book offers lessons on the importance of faithfulness to God and the consequences of neglecting this duty.
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British narrator Christopher Glyn, who draws on 35 years experience as a Christian narrator and broadcaster to bring you this expressive reading, which captures the beauty and power of God's Word and makes the King James English clear and easy to understand.
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