Title and Author: The book of 1 Chronicles, known in Hebrew as "Divrei Hayamim" (The Words of the Days), is traditionally attributed to Ezra the scribe. This attribution is based on Jewish tradition and the internal evidence of the text, which aligns with the style and concerns of the post-exilic period. The book is part of a larger work that includes 2 Chronicles, and together they provide a theological history of Israel from Adam to the return from Babylonian exile.

Historical Context: 1 Chronicles was written during the post-exilic period, likely in the late 5th century BC. This was a time when the Jewish community was re-establishing itself in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. The Chronicler's work reflects a focus on the Davidic line, the temple, and the proper worship of Yahweh, which were central to the identity and religious life of the returning exiles.

Audience: The primary audience of 1 Chronicles was the Jewish community that had returned from exile. The Chronicler aimed to remind them of their heritage, the importance of the Davidic covenant, and the centrality of the temple in their worship and national identity.

Purpose: The purpose of 1 Chronicles is to provide a theological history that emphasizes the faithfulness of God to His covenant with David and the importance of proper worship. It seeks to encourage the post-exilic community by highlighting their connection to the past and God's ongoing promises.

Genre and Style: 1 Chronicles is a historical narrative with genealogical records. It employs a theological perspective, focusing on God's covenantal relationship with Israel.1. Adam (1 Chronicles 1:1) - The first human created by God, according to the Bible.

2. Seth (1 Chronicles 1:1) - Adam's son, through whom the lineage continues.

3. Enosh (1 Chronicles 1:1) - Son of Seth, part of the genealogical line.

4. Kenan (1 Chronicles 1:2) - Descendant of Enosh.

5. Mahalalel (1 Chronicles 1:2) - Descendant of Kenan.

6. Jared (1 Chronicles 1:2) - Descendant of Mahalalel.

7. Enoch (1 Chronicles 1:3) - Known for "walking with God" and being taken by God.

8. Methuselah (1 Chronicles 1:3) - Known for his long lifespan.

9. Lamech (1 Chronicles 1:3) - Father of Noah.

10. Noah (1 Chronicles 1:4) - Builder of the ark, survived the flood.

11. Shem (1 Chronicles 1:4) - Son of Noah, ancestor of the Semitic peoples.

12. Ham (1 Chronicles 1:4) - Son of Noah, ancestor of various ancient peoples.

13. Japheth (1 Chronicles 1:4) - Son of Noah, ancestor of various ancient peoples.

14. Gomer (1 Chronicles 1:5) - Son of Japheth.

15. Magog (1 Chronicles 1:5) - Son of Japheth.

16. Madai (1 Chronicles 1:5) - Son of Japheth.

17. Javan (1 Chronicles 1:5) - Son of Japheth.

18. Tubal (1 Chronicles 1:5) - Son of Japheth.

19. Meshech (1 Chronicles 1:5) - Son of Japheth.

20. Tiras (1 Chronicles 1:5) - Son of Japheth.

21. Ashkenaz (1 Chronicles 1:6) - Son of Gomer.

22. Riphath (1 Chronicles 1:6) - Son of Gomer.

23. Togarmah (1 Chronicles 1:6) - Son of Gomer.

24. Elishah (1 Chronicles 1:7) - Son of Javan.

25. Tarshish (1 Chronicles 1:7) - Son of Javan.

26. Kittim (1 Chronicles 1:7) - Son of Javan.

27. Rodanim (1 Chronicles 1:7) - Son of Javan.

28. Cush (1 Chronicles 1:8) - Son of Ham.

29. Mizraim (1 Chronicles 1:8) - Son of Ham, ancestor of the Egyptians.

30. Put (1 Chronicles 1:8) - Son of Ham.

31. Canaan (1 Chronicles 1:8) - Son of Ham, ancestor of the Canaanites.

32. Seba (1 Chronicles 1:9) - Son of Cush.

33. Havilah (1 Chronicles 1:9) - Son of Cush.

34. Sabta (1 Chronicles 1:9) - Son of Cush.

35. Raamah (1 Chronicles 1:9) - Son of Cush.

36. Sabteca (1 Chronicles 1:9) - Son of Cush.

37. Sheba (1 Chronicles 1:9) - Son of Raamah.

38. Dedan (1 Chronicles 1:9) - Son of Raamah.

39. Nimrod (1 Chronicles 1:10) - "He began to be a mighty one on the earth."

40. Ludim (1 Chronicles 1:11) - Descendant of Mizraim.

41. Anamim (1 Chronicles 1:11) - Descendant of Mizraim.

42. Lehabim (1 Chronicles 1:11) - Descendant of Mizraim.

43. Naphtuhim (1 Chronicles 1:11) - Descendant of Mizraim.

44. Pathrusim (1 Chronicles 1:12) - Descendant of Mizraim.

45. Casluhim (1 Chronicles 1:12) - Descendant of Mizraim.

46. Caphtorim (1 Chronicles 1:12) - Descendant of Mizraim.

47. Sidon (1 Chronicles 1:13) - Firstborn of Canaan.

48. Heth (1 Chronicles 1:13) - Son of Canaan.

49. Jebusites (1 Chronicles 1:14) - Descendants of Canaan.

50. Amorites (1 Chronicles 1:14) - Descendants of Canaan.

51. Girgashites (1 Chronicles 1:14) - Descendants of Canaan.

52. Hivites (1 Chronicles 1:15) - Descendants of Canaan.

53. Arkites (1 Chronicles 1:15) - Descendants of Canaan.

54. Sinites (1 Chronicles 1:15) - Descendants of Canaan.

55. Arvadites (1 Chronicles 1:16) - Descendants of Canaan.

56. Zemarites (1 Chronicles 1:16) - Descendants of Canaan.

57. Hamathites (1 Chronicles 1:16) - Descendants of Canaan.

58. Aram (1 Chronicles 1:17) - Son of Shem.

59. Uz (1 Chronicles 1:17) - Son of Aram.

60. Hul (1 Chronicles 1:17) - Son of Aram.

61. Gether (1 Chronicles 1:17) - Son of Aram.

62. Meshech (1 Chronicles 1:17) - Son of Aram.

63. Elam (1 Chronicles 1:17) - Son of Shem.

64. Asshur (1 Chronicles 1:17) - Son of Shem.

65. Arphaxad (1 Chronicles 1:17) - Son of Shem.

66. Lud (1 Chronicles 1:17) - Son of Shem.

67. Salah (1 Chronicles 1:18) - Son of Arphaxad.

68. Eber (1 Chronicles 1:18) - Son of Salah.

69. Peleg (1 Chronicles 1:19) - "In his days the earth was divided."

70. Joktan (1 Chronicles 1:19) - Brother of Peleg.

71. Almodad (1 Chronicles 1:20) - Son of Joktan.

72. Sheleph (1 Chronicles 1:20) - Son of Joktan.

73. Hazarmaveth (1 Chronicles 1:20) - Son of Joktan.

74. Jerah (1 Chronicles 1:20) - Son of Joktan.

75. Hadoram (1 Chronicles 1:21) - Son of Joktan.

76. Uzal (1 Chronicles 1:21) - Son of Joktan.

77. Diklah (1 Chronicles 1:21) - Son of Joktan.

78. Obal (1 Chronicles 1:22) - Son of Joktan.

79. Abimael (1 Chronicles 1:22) - Son of Joktan.

80. Sheba (1 Chronicles 1:22) - Son of Joktan.

81. Ophir (1 Chronicles 1:23) - Son of Joktan.

82. Havilah (1 Chronicles 1:23) - Son of Joktan.

83. Jobab (1 Chronicles 1:23) - Son of Joktan.

84. Abram (Abraham) (1 Chronicles 1:27) - "The father of many nations."

85. Isaac (1 Chronicles 1:28) - Son of Abraham and Sarah.

86. Ishmael (1 Chronicles 1:28) - Son of Abraham and Hagar.

87. Esau (1 Chronicles 1:34) - Son of Isaac, brother of Jacob.

88. Israel (Jacob) (1 Chronicles 1:34) - Son of Isaac, father of the twelve tribes.

89. Reuben (1 Chronicles 2:1) - Firstborn son of Jacob.

90. Simeon (1 Chronicles 2:1) - Son of Jacob.

91. Levi (1 Chronicles 2:1) - Son of Jacob, ancestor of the Levites.

92. Judah (1 Chronicles 2:1) - Son of Jacob, ancestor of the tribe of Judah.

93. Dan (1 Chronicles 2:2) - Son of Jacob.

94. Naphtali (1 Chronicles 2:2) - Son of Jacob.

95. Gad (1 Chronicles 2:2) - Son of Jacob.

96. Asher (1 Chronicles 2:2) - Son of Jacob.

97. Issachar (1 Chronicles 2:1) - Son of Jacob.

98. Zebulun (1 Chronicles 2:1) - Son of Jacob.

99. Joseph (1 Chronicles 2:2) - Son of Jacob, known for his rise to power in Egypt.

100. Benjamin (1 Chronicles 2:2) - Youngest son of Jacob.1. Israel (1 Chronicles 1:1)
- The nation and people chosen by God, descending from Jacob, also known as Israel. The genealogies in 1 Chronicles trace the lineage of the Israelites.

2. Edom (1 Chronicles 1:43)
- A region and kingdom located to the southeast of Israel, inhabited by the descendants of Esau, Jacob's brother.

3. Hebron (1 Chronicles 2:42)
- A city in the southern part of Judah, significant as a dwelling place of the patriarchs and later as a city of refuge.

4. Bethlehem (1 Chronicles 2:51)
- A town in Judah, known as the birthplace of King David and later, Jesus Christ.

5. Jerusalem (1 Chronicles 3:4)
- The capital city of Israel, central to Jewish worship and the location of the Temple built by Solomon.

6. Gibeon (1 Chronicles 8:29)
- A city in the territory of Benjamin, known for the Gibeonite deception during Joshua's conquest and later as a Levitical city.

7. Ziklag (1 Chronicles 12:1)
- A town given to David by the Philistine king Achish, where David stayed during his flight from Saul.

8. Mount Gilboa (1 Chronicles 10:1)
- A mountain range in northern Israel, known as the site of King Saul's final battle against the Philistines.

9. Jabesh-gilead (1 Chronicles 10:11)
- A city east of the Jordan River, known for its inhabitants' loyalty to Saul, retrieving his body after his death.

10. Tyre (1 Chronicles 14:1)
- A prominent Phoenician city known for its trade and skilled craftsmen, who later assisted in building David's palace.

11. Baal-perazim (1 Chronicles 14:11)
- The site where David defeated the Philistines, meaning "Lord of Breakthroughs."

12. Kiriath-jearim (1 Chronicles 13:5)
- A city in Judah where the Ark of the Covenant was kept before being moved to Jerusalem.

13. Obed-edom's house (1 Chronicles 13:14)
- The house of Obed-edom the Gittite, where the Ark of the Covenant was temporarily kept, bringing blessings to his household.

14. Mount Moriah (1 Chronicles 21:18)
- The location where David built an altar to the Lord, later identified as the site of Solomon's Temple.

15. Gibeon (1 Chronicles 16:39)
- Mentioned again as the location of the tabernacle and the altar during David's reign.1. Genealogies from Adam to Abraham (1 Chronicles 1:1-27)
- The book begins with genealogies tracing the lineage from Adam through the patriarchs, highlighting the descendants leading to Abraham.

2. Genealogies of the Twelve Tribes of Israel (1 Chronicles 2:1-9:1)
- Detailed genealogies of the tribes of Israel are provided, focusing on the descendants of Judah, Simeon, Reuben, Gad, and others, emphasizing the tribe of Judah.

3. The Genealogy of Saul (1 Chronicles 9:35-44)
- The genealogy of King Saul is presented, detailing his lineage and family background.

4. The Death of Saul and His Sons (1 Chronicles 10:1-14)
- The narrative recounts the death of Saul and his sons during a battle with the Philistines, marking the end of Saul's reign.

5. David Anointed King over All Israel (1 Chronicles 11:1-3)
- David is anointed king over all Israel at Hebron, solidifying his leadership and uniting the tribes under his rule.

6. David Captures Jerusalem (1 Chronicles 11:4-9)
- David captures the Jebusite city of Jerusalem and establishes it as his capital, renaming it the City of David.

7. David's Mighty Men (1 Chronicles 11:10-47)
- A list of David's mighty warriors is provided, highlighting their heroic deeds and loyalty to David.

8. The Ark of the Covenant Brought to Jerusalem (1 Chronicles 13:1-14)
- David attempts to bring the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem, but the initial attempt fails due to improper handling, resulting in Uzzah's death.

9. David's Victories and Expansion of His Kingdom (1 Chronicles 14:8-17)
- David achieves military victories over the Philistines, expanding his kingdom and establishing his power.

10. The Ark Successfully Brought to Jerusalem (1 Chronicles 15:1-29)
- David successfully brings the Ark to Jerusalem with great celebration and proper reverence, appointing Levites to minister before it.

11. David's Psalm of Thanksgiving (1 Chronicles 16:7-36)
- David offers a psalm of thanksgiving to God, celebrating the Ark's arrival and God's faithfulness to Israel.

12. God's Covenant with David (1 Chronicles 17:1-15)
- God makes a covenant with David, promising that his dynasty will endure forever and that his son will build the temple.

13. David's Military Campaigns and Officials (1 Chronicles 18:1-17)
- The chapter details David's military campaigns, his victories over various nations, and the officials who served in his administration.

14. David's Census and Its Consequences (1 Chronicles 21:1-30)
- David conducts a census of Israel, incurring God's wrath, which leads to a plague. David repents, and the plague is halted after he builds an altar.

15. Preparations for the Temple (1 Chronicles 22:1-19)
- David makes extensive preparations for the construction of the temple, gathering materials and instructing Solomon to build it.

16. Organization of the Levites and Priests (1 Chronicles 23:1-26:32)
- David organizes the Levites and priests for temple service, assigning them specific duties and responsibilities.

17. David's Final Instructions and Prayer (1 Chronicles 28:1-29:20)
- David gives final instructions to Solomon and the leaders of Israel, encouraging them to follow God's commands. He offers a prayer of dedication and thanksgiving.

18. Solomon's Accession to the Throne (1 Chronicles 29:21-25)
- Solomon is anointed and confirmed as king, succeeding David and establishing his rule over Israel.

19. The Death of David (1 Chronicles 29:26-30)
- The book concludes with the death of David, summarizing his reign and the legacy he left for Solomon and Israel.1. Genealogies and Lineage (1 Chronicles 1:1)
The book begins with extensive genealogies, tracing the lineage from Adam through the tribes of Israel. This establishes the historical and theological context for Israel's identity and God's covenantal promises.

2. Davidic Covenant (1 Chronicles 17:11-14)
God promises David that his lineage will endure forever, establishing a covenant that his throne will be established eternally. This theme underscores the messianic hope and the centrality of David's line in God's plan.

3. Worship and the Temple (1 Chronicles 22:19)
The preparation for building the Temple in Jerusalem is a significant theme, highlighting the importance of worship and the central place of the Temple in Israel's religious life. David makes extensive preparations for its construction, which Solomon will later complete.

4. Leadership and Kingship (1 Chronicles 11:1-3)
The narrative emphasizes the qualities of godly leadership, as exemplified by David. His anointing as king and his military and administrative successes are portrayed as divinely sanctioned.

5. Divine Guidance and Providence (1 Chronicles 10:13-14)
The text frequently highlights God's guidance and intervention in the affairs of Israel, particularly in the rise and fall of leaders. Saul's demise and David's rise are attributed to divine will and obedience to God.

6. Faithfulness and Obedience (1 Chronicles 28:9)
The importance of faithfulness to God and adherence to His commandments is a recurring theme. David's charge to Solomon to serve God wholeheartedly underscores the necessity of obedience for divine favor.

7. Repentance and Forgiveness (1 Chronicles 21:8)
The narrative includes instances of repentance and God's forgiveness, such as David's repentance after the census. This theme highlights God's mercy and the possibility of restoration after sin.

8. Unity of Israel (1 Chronicles 12:38)
The book emphasizes the unity of the tribes of Israel under David's leadership, portraying a united nation committed to God's purposes. This unity is seen as essential for fulfilling God's promises.

9. God's Sovereignty (1 Chronicles 29:11-12)
The sovereignty of God over all creation and history is a foundational theme. David's prayer acknowledges God's ultimate authority and power, affirming that all things come from Him.

10. Preparation for the Future (1 Chronicles 22:5)
David's preparations for the future, particularly in setting the stage for Solomon's reign and the building of the Temple, reflect a forward-looking vision that aligns with God's long-term plans for Israel.1. Son of David
- Type: Messianic Lineage
- Description: 1 Chronicles emphasizes the Davidic line, which is significant because Jesus is often referred to as the "Son of David" in the New Testament, highlighting His rightful place in the royal lineage. This is seen in the genealogies and the focus on David's descendants.
- Reference: 1 Chronicles 17:11-14 - God's promise to establish David's throne forever is seen as a prophecy pointing to Jesus.

2. King
- Type: Sovereign Ruler
- Description: The book details the reign of King David and the establishment of his kingdom, which is a type of the eternal kingship of Jesus. Jesus is seen as the ultimate fulfillment of the promise of a righteous and everlasting king.
- Reference: 1 Chronicles 17:14 - "I will set him over My house and My kingdom forever, and his throne will be established forever."

3. Shepherd
- Type: Caring Leader
- Description: David is depicted as a shepherd-king, which prefigures Jesus as the Good Shepherd who leads and cares for His people.
- Reference: 1 Chronicles 11:2 - "And the LORD your God said to you, ‘You will shepherd My people Israel, and you will be ruler over them.’"

4. Builder of the Temple
- Type: Spiritual Architect
- Description: David's preparation for the building of the temple by Solomon is seen as a type of Jesus, who builds the spiritual temple, the Church.
- Reference: 1 Chronicles 22:10 - "He will build a house for My Name, and he will be My son, and I will be his Father. And I will establish the throne of his kingdom over Israel forever."

5. Anointed One
- Type: Chosen by God
- Description: The anointing of David as king is a type of the anointing of Jesus as the Messiah, the Anointed One.
- Reference: 1 Chronicles 11:3 - "So all the elders of Israel came to the king at Hebron, and David made a covenant with them at Hebron before the LORD, and they anointed David king over Israel, according to the word of the LORD through Samuel."1. Prophecy of David's Dynasty Established
- Prophecy: God promises David that his dynasty will endure forever. (1 Chronicles 17:11-14)
- "When your days are fulfilled and you go to be with your fathers, I will raise up your offspring after you, one of your own sons, and I will establish his kingdom. He will build a house for Me, and I will establish his throne forever. I will be his Father, and he will be My son. I will never remove My loving devotion from him as I removed it from your predecessor. But I will set him over My house and My kingdom forever, and his throne will be established forever."
- Fulfillment: This prophecy is partially fulfilled in Solomon, who builds the temple, but it is ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who is considered the eternal king in Christian theology.

2. Prophecy of Solomon's Temple Construction
- Prophecy: David declares that Solomon will build the temple. (1 Chronicles 22:9-10)
- "But you will have a son who will be a man of rest, and I will give him rest from all his enemies on every side. His name will be Solomon, and I will grant peace and quiet to Israel in his days. He is the one who will build a house for My Name. He will be My son, and I will be his Father. And I will establish the throne of his kingdom over Israel forever."
- Fulfillment: Solomon becomes king and builds the temple in Jerusalem, as detailed in 2 Chronicles 3-7.

1. Genealogies  ( 1:1⁠–⁠9:44 )

a. The Patriarchs  ( 1:1⁠–⁠54 )

i. From Adam to Abraham  ( 1:1⁠–⁠27 )

ii. The Descendants of Abraham  ( 1:28⁠–⁠54 )

1. Sons of Abraham  ( 1:28⁠–⁠42 )

2. The Rulers of Edom  ( 1:43⁠–⁠54 )

b. The Sons of Israel  ( 2:1⁠–⁠7:40 )

i. The Twelve Sons of Israel  ( 2:1⁠–⁠2 )

ii. The Sons of Judah  ( 2:3⁠–⁠4:23 )

1. From Judah to David  ( 2:3⁠–⁠55 )

2. From David to the Babylonian Exile  ( 3:1⁠–⁠24 )

3. Other Descendants of Judah  ( 4:1⁠–⁠23 )

iii. The Sons of Simeon  ( 4:24⁠–⁠43 )

iv. The Descendants of the Trans-Jordan Tribes  ( 5:1⁠–⁠26 )

1. The Sons of Reuben  ( 5:1⁠–⁠10 )

2. The Sons of Gad  ( 5:11⁠–⁠22 )

3. The Sons of the Half-Tribe of Manasseh  ( 5:23⁠–⁠26 )

v. The Sons of Levi  ( 6:1⁠–⁠81 )

1. The Descendants of Levi  ( 6:1⁠–⁠30 )

2. The Temple Musicians  ( 6:31⁠–⁠47 )

3. The Descendants of Aaron  ( 6:48⁠–⁠52 )

4. The Territory of the Levites  ( 6:53⁠–⁠81 )

vi. The Sons of Issachar  ( 7:1⁠–⁠5 )

vii. The Sons of Benjamin  ( 7:6⁠–⁠12 )

viii. The Sons of Naphtali  ( 7:13 )

ix. The Sons of Joseph  ( 7:14⁠–⁠29 )

1. The Sons of Manasseh  ( 7:14⁠–⁠19 )

2. The Sons of Ephraim  ( 7:20⁠–⁠29 )

x. The Sons of Asher  ( 7:30⁠–⁠40 )

c. Saul the First King of Israel  ( 8:1⁠–⁠40 )

i. From Benjamin to Saul  ( 8:1⁠–⁠32 )

ii. The Family of Saul  ( 8:33⁠–⁠40 )

d. The People of Jerusalem  ( 9:1⁠–⁠44 )

2. The Reign of David  ( 10:1⁠–⁠29:30 )

a. The Overthrow and Death of Saul  ( 10:1⁠–⁠14 )

b. Transition to King David  ( 11:1⁠–⁠9 )

i. David Anointed King of Israel  ( 11:1⁠–⁠3 )

ii. David Conquers Jerusalem  ( 11:4⁠–⁠9 )

c. David’s Mighty Men  ( 11:10⁠–⁠12:40 )

i. The Mighty Men  ( 11:10⁠–⁠47 )

ii. The Mighty Men Join David at Ziklag  ( 12:1⁠–⁠22 )

iii. David’s Army Grows at Hebron  ( 12:23⁠–⁠40 )

d. The Ark of the Covenant  ( 13:1⁠–⁠16:43 )

i. David Fetches the Ark  ( 13:1⁠–⁠7 )

ii. Uzzah Touches the Ark  ( 13:8⁠–⁠14 )

iii. David’s Family Grows  ( 14:1⁠–⁠7 )

iv. Two Victories over the Philistines  ( 14:8⁠–⁠17 )

v. Transporting the Ark to Jerusalem  ( 15:1⁠–⁠16:43 )

1. Procedure for Moving the Ark  ( 15:1⁠–⁠28 )

2. Michal’s Contempt for David  ( 15:29 )

3. A Tent for the Ark  ( 16:1⁠–⁠6 )

4. David’s Psalm of Thanksgiving  ( 16:7⁠–⁠36 )

5. Worship Before the Ark  ( 16:37⁠–⁠43 )

e. The Davidic Covenant  ( 17:1⁠–⁠27 )

f. David's Military Conquests  ( 18:1⁠–⁠20:8 )

i. David’s Triumphs  ( 18:1⁠–⁠17 )

ii. David and the Ammonites  ( 19:1⁠–⁠20:3 )

iii. Battles Against the Philistines  ( 20:4⁠–⁠8 )

g. The Sin of the Census  ( 21:1⁠–⁠30 )

i. David Takes a Census  ( 21:1⁠–⁠6 )

ii. Judgement for David’s Sin  ( 21:7⁠–⁠13 )

iii. A Plague on Israel  ( 21:14⁠–⁠17 )

iv. David Purchases the Threshing Floor  ( 21:18⁠–⁠30 )

h. The Temple  ( 22:1⁠–⁠29:20 )

i. Preparations for the Temple  ( 22:1⁠–⁠19 )

ii. The Temple Service  ( 23:1—26:32 )

1. The Levites  ( 23:1⁠–⁠32 )

a. The Division of the Levites  ( 23:1⁠–⁠6 )

b. The Gershonites  ( 23:7⁠–⁠11 )

c. The Kohathites  ( 23:12⁠–⁠20 )

d. The Merarites  ( 23:21⁠–⁠23 )

e. Levites Duties Revised  ( 23:24⁠–⁠32 )

2. The Divisions of the Priests  ( 24:1⁠–⁠31 )

3. The Divisions of the Musicians  ( 25:1⁠–⁠31 )

4. The Division on the Gatekeepers  ( 26:1⁠–⁠19 )

5. The Treasurers, Officers, and Judges  ( 26:20⁠–⁠32 )

iii. Leadership Structure of the Kingdom  ( 27:1⁠–⁠34 )

iv. Solomon and the Temple  ( 28:1⁠–⁠29:20 )

1. David Commissions Solomon  ( 28:1⁠–⁠10 )

2. The Plans for the Temple  ( 28:11⁠–⁠21 )

3. Offerings for the Temple  ( 29:1⁠–⁠9 )

4. David’s Prayer of Blessing  ( 29:10⁠–⁠20 )

i. Solomon Succeeds David  ( 29:21⁠–⁠30 )

i. Solomon Anointed King  ( 29:21⁠–⁠25 )

ii. David’s Reign and Death  ( 29:26⁠–⁠30 )