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2 Kings
2 Kings continues the narrative of both Israel and Judah, documenting the fall of both kingdoms — Israel to Assyria and Judah to Babylon. It includes the ministries of prophets like Elisha and highlights the consequences of national disobedience. The book underscores God’s patience and ultimate justice while maintaining the hope of restoration through prophetic voices.
Author: Jeremiah – Prophet and Witness to Judah’s Collapse
Tradition maintains that Jeremiah authored 2 Kings as well, extending the themes introduced in 1 Kings. With prophetic authority and firsthand perspective, Jeremiah emphasizes the spiritual reasons behind Israel’s national demise, warning future generations to heed God's covenant.
Time Period:
Biblical: Covers ~850–586 BC; written shortly after Judah’s fall (~550 BC)
Scholarly: Composed using temple records, royal annals, and prophetic sources by exilic editors aligned with Deuteronomistic theology.
2 Kings 1
2 Kings chapter 1 explores key moments in biblical history, emphasizing foundational themes such as 2 kings 1. This chapter is crucial for understanding God’s unfolding plan, and provides core spiritual insights for modern readers.
2 Kings 2
2 Kings chapter 2 explores key moments in biblical history, emphasizing foundational themes such as 2 kings 2. This chapter is crucial for understanding God’s unfolding plan, and provides core spiritual insights for modern readers.
2 Kings 3
2 Kings chapter 3 explores key moments in biblical history, emphasizing foundational themes such as 2 kings 3. This chapter is crucial for understanding God’s unfolding plan, and provides core spiritual insights for modern readers.
2 Kings 4
2 Kings chapter 4 explores key moments in biblical history, emphasizing foundational themes such as 2 kings 4. This chapter is crucial for understanding God’s unfolding plan, and provides core spiritual insights for modern readers.
2 Kings 5
2 Kings chapter 5 explores key moments in biblical history, emphasizing foundational themes such as 2 kings 5. This chapter is crucial for understanding God’s unfolding plan, and provides core spiritual insights for modern readers.
2 Kings 6
2 Kings chapter 6 explores key moments in biblical history, emphasizing foundational themes such as 2 kings 6. This chapter is crucial for understanding God’s unfolding plan, and provides core spiritual insights for modern readers.
2 Kings 7
2 Kings chapter 7 explores key moments in biblical history, emphasizing foundational themes such as 2 kings 7. This chapter is crucial for understanding God’s unfolding plan, and provides core spiritual insights for modern readers.
2 Kings 8
2 Kings chapter 8 explores key moments in biblical history, emphasizing foundational themes such as 2 kings 8. This chapter is crucial for understanding God’s unfolding plan, and provides core spiritual insights for modern readers.
2 Kings 9
2 Kings chapter 9 explores key moments in biblical history, emphasizing foundational themes such as 2 kings 9. This chapter is crucial for understanding God’s unfolding plan, and provides core spiritual insights for modern readers.
2 Kings 10
2 Kings chapter 10 explores key moments in biblical history, emphasizing foundational themes such as 2 kings 10. This chapter is crucial for understanding God’s unfolding plan, and provides core spiritual insights for modern readers.
2 Kings 11
2 Kings chapter 11 explores key moments in biblical history, emphasizing foundational themes such as 2 kings 11. This chapter is crucial for understanding God’s unfolding plan, and provides core spiritual insights for modern readers.
2 Kings 12
2 Kings chapter 12 explores key moments in biblical history, emphasizing foundational themes such as 2 kings 12. This chapter is crucial for understanding God’s unfolding plan, and provides core spiritual insights for modern readers.