Kings I chronicles the history of the Jewish kings of Judah and
Israel. It includes King David's last testament; the anointing
of King Solomon; the building of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem;
King Solomon's unique wisdom and strength; the division of the
Kingdom of Israel after King Solomon's death; information about
Ahijah, the Shilonite; the new kingdoms of Ephraim and Judah -
their individual histories, kings and mutual relations. This
volume also includes a discussion of the Prophet Elijah - his
appearance and impact. The book of Kings II contains the
continuation of the period of the two kingdoms: internal and
external relations. Elisha: his religious and political
activity. The exile of Ephraim. First exile of Judah under King
Jehoiachin. Final exile under King Zedekiah, and the destruction
of the Temple. Used in English-speaking countries for more than
35 years. Contains a verse-by-verse English translation of the
Chumash, as well as a commentary based on the works of classical
biblical scholars. This va