Ralph W. Kleins magisterial commentary on 1 and 2 Chronicles is now complete. Klein brings to lively expression the unique theological voice of the Chronicler and demonstrates there have been far fewer secondary additions to the text than is normally assumed. 2 Chronicles takes full advantage of recent advances in the textual history of Samuel and Kings, demonstrating in many cases that the differences often ascribed to the Chronicler came in fact from the divergent copy of the canonical books he was rewriting.
In 23:1 the subject of the action (of appointment) is david, while here in 29:22b it is the people who made him ... to most is the stark contrast between Chronicles and Samuel— kings in their accounts of the transition between david and ...
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In this popular and ambitious series, John Goldingay covers Scripture from Genesis to Malachi and addresses the texts in such a way that even the most challenging passages are explained simply.
. . . Leithart's theological conclusions about the book of Kings are diverse and interesting. . . . For the biblical scholar, this volume is a fitting reminder that the text should be read holistically and theologically. . .
1 & 2 Chronicles
Concise exegesis to help readers understand the original meaning of the biblical text in its historical, literary, and cultural context. Bridging Contexts.
This volume, a part of the Old Testament Library series, explores the books of I and II Chronicles.
2 Chronicles 28:1 Ahaz was twenty years old when he began to reign; and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem: and he didn't do that which was right in the eyes of Yahweh, as David his father didIsaiah, Hosea and Micah all prophesied ...
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... is uncertain but may be a type of sandalwood, ebony, or perhaps a pine or cypress variety, given the parallel of 1Ki 5:8. ... 11–12 Hiram's declaration of Yahweh's love for Solomon and his recognition of God's gracious elevation and ...