See all of our coronavirus resources here toggle navigation. Many readers today, however, skip reading it when they find that it repeats much of the material from its previous books. This commentary has been through advanced checking. As the last verses of 2 chronicles and the first few verses of the book of ezra are nearly identical and as the book of ezra is the historical sequence of chronicles the jewish. Study the bible online using commentary on 1 chronicles 2 and more. For these very neglected books, eugene merrills commentary in the kregel exegetical library is a great. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. Although the author and date are not stated, the talmudic tradition that the chronicles were penned by ezra may be correct. And solomon spoke to all israel, to the captains of thousands and of hundreds, to the judges, and to every leader in all israel. These books are about the same period of time as the books of 2 samuel, 1 kings and 2 kings. He is also the author of the newlyreleased 12 chronicles volume in the brazos theological commentary series. Watch our overview video on the books of 12 chronicles, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. The fact that chronicles comes right after 2 kings, however, is unfortunate. The two books of chronicles were one book until there was a translation into the greek language.
The text of 1 chronicles 21 in the niv translation. I always try to include one commentary that is written specifically for the general reader and makes a good introductory commentary. Kregel exegetical library 9780825425592 by eugene h. Ezra wrote this book of genealogy through haggai, zechariah, and. When i add a book i almost always remove a book, a practice that allows me. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading 12 chronicles cornerstone biblical commentary book 5. Second chronicles 2 commentary old testament matthew. Enduring word bible commentary 2 chronicles chapter 1.
Verse 1 and solomon the son of david the very beginning of this book shows that it is a continuation of the preceding, and should not be thus formally separated from it. Merrill published by kregel academic is what you are searching for. Since the books begin with nine chapters of genealogy there is little for. A fifty page introduction begins with the historical and cultural setting of chronicles. The books of 1 chronicles and 2 chronicles record the history of the israelites. Study 2 chronicles using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Chronicles is a history of israels monarchy, much like the books of samuel through kings. Read 2 chronicles 1 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Bob utley, retired professor of hermeneutics biblical interpretation study guide commentary series old testament, vol. It gives excellent background information on the books, human authors, major themes, who it was written to, and then individual verse comments. David guzik commentary on 2 chronicles 1, where solomon and the assembly. Genesis is the book of the families, and this section of 1 chronicles selects that which god considers essential to the record leading to christ genesis 5, 10, 11, 16, 21, 25, 29, 36, 46. Book of 2 chronicles matthew henrys bible commentary concise. Merrill begins with a thorough introduction to 12 chronicles.
Merrill writes, the books of 1 and 2 chronicles provide the only old. Recap gods covenant promise to israel in 1 and 2 chronicles. D, university of cambridge is president of theopolis institute and an adjunct senior fellow of theology at new saint andrews college in moscow, idaho. Mar, 2012 this is a project that has been on my mind for over four and a half years outlining all the books of the bible, from genesis to revelation. They were divided by the translators of the septuagint and were entitled things left behind i. Study the bible online using commentary on 2 chronicles and more. Yet god also gave solomon an immediate answer of approval at the time of dedication, when the sacrifices were consumed with fire from heaven 2 chronicles 7. What are the books of 1 and 2 chronicles all about. Sends to huram for artificers and materials, 2 chronicles 2. A free bible version and commentary on the old testament book of 2 chronicles in easy english. Now solomon the son of david was strengthened in his kingdom, and the lord his god was with him and exalted him exceedingly. An exegetical and theological exposition of holy scripture the new american. A download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets.
The book of 1 chronicles was written after the exile to help those returning to israel understand how to. The preternatural stream of fire kindled the mass of flesh, and was a token of the divine acceptance of solomons prayer 1 kings 18. But, because of all of the information that is given, it becomes a little cluttered at first. The format is fairly typical of modern commentaries. Solomon determines to build a temple, 2 chronicles 2. Dillard 1 chronicles, 2 chronicles word biblical commentary. Merrill offers astute guidance to preachers and teachers in his insightful doctrinal commentary on the text. Keith mathison says, as with many other commentaries in the tyndale series, selmans work is clear and concise without being simplistic. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading 1 and 2 chronicles the niv application commentary. Like the books of samuel and kings, 1 and 2 chronicles was also written as the single book of chronicles in the hebrew bible. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Originally entitled the words of the days divre hayyamim, heb. The hebrew title dibre hayyamim can be translated the events or annals of the days or years. You can find the best commentary on 1 2 chronicles for you using the tools on the right side.
Chronicles was originally one book that was divided into two by those who translated the original hebrew manuscripts into greek the septuagint. A list of the best commentaries on 12 chronicles ranked. In the christian bible, the books commonly referred to as 1 chronicles and 2 chronicles, or first chronicles and second chronicles generally follow the two books of kings, and precede ezranehemiah. This series is not ment to be an exhaustive, indepth. Huram sends him a favorable answer, and makes an agreement with him concerning the labor to be done, and the wages to be paid to his men, 2 chronicles 2. The tradition is that 1 and 2 chronicles were written by ezra. Best commentaries and books on 2 chronicles logos bible software. The book of 2 chronicles was likely written between 450 and 425 b. The men who translated the book divided it into two.
Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly scripture encouragement to share with family and friends. Study 2 chronicles 1 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Read 2 chronicles commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Solomon was strengthened in his kingdom or, established, after his seditious brother adonijah and his partisans were suppressed. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of 1 chronicles. An exegetical and theological exposition of holy scripture the new american commentary book 9 kindle edition by thompson, j.
Read 1 chronicles 2 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. This summary of the book of 1 chronicles provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of 1 chronicles. The new american commentary is for the minister or bible student who want. There is a wealth of information packed into this commentary. This was because the length of it would fit more easily on two scrolls. Chronicles retells the entire old testament story, highlighting. The book of 2 chronicles was originally one book with 1 chronicles in the hebrew text. Solomon spake unto all israel namely, concerning his intention of going to gibeon, and that they should attend him thither, as the next verse shows. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading 1, 2 chronicles. The building was solomons work, done in the power and inspiration of the lord. Have chosen this place for myself as a house of sacrifice. Study the bible online using commentary on 2 chronicles 1 and more.
He brings horses, linen yarn, and chariots, at a fixed price, out of egypt, 2 chronicles 1. Preachers dont often tackle 1 and 2 chronicles, either. This accessible study walks readers through the books of 12 chronicles over the course of twelve weeks, helping them see the mercy of god in always bringing his people back to himself. See 1 chronicles for more info on the introduction page there. Many find its complex history unfamiliar and assume that it is irrelevant for contemporary life. Adam, sheth, enosh adam was the father of sheth, and sheth the father of enosh, and so on to the sons of noah. To grasp the significance of chronicles for our times, we must first understand its original meaning. Though seemingly redundant by nature, 1 and 2 chronicles summarizes jewish scripture with key highlights that reflect back to gods love for his chosen people. Textcritical notations comparing word usage with samuel 7 pages of commentary on 1 chronicles 21 2 to 4 footnotes per page in addition, since this is the end of a commentary chapter, you will find these. For brevitys sake he only mentions the names, the rest being easily understood out of the former books.
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