Chronicle of the Old Testament Kings: The Reign-by-Reign Record of the Rulers of Ancient Israel (The Chronicles Series)

The story of ancient Israels rulers from Abraham to Herod encompasses some of the greatest events and most powerful personalities in history. Covering a span of 1 500 years Chronicle of the Old Testament Kings charts all the leaders of Israel from the Ancestorsthe physical and spiritual founders of the nationthrough the united monarchy under David and Solomon to the destruction of Jerusalem by Nebuchadnezzar Persian and Greek rule and finally Roman domination. Chronicle of the Old Testament Kings searches through the mists of tradition to reveal the historical figures behind familiar names such as Moses David and Solomon. Did they exist? What is known about them? The rulers are placed in the context of their own world and brought vividly to life complete with their outstanding feats and their equally notable failings. We are also introduced to less-known but fascinating figures such as Ahab and his Ivory House; Hezekiah who withstood the might of the Assyrians; and Judas Maccabeus who restored Jewish independence. Although leaders of a people dedicated to God they frequently lapsed into morally questionable behavior resulting in criticism and censure from Prophets such as Isaiah Jeremiah Ezekiel and Elijah. Key features of the book include: data files for every ruler listing important information such as the meaning of their names their lineage wives and children and Bible references; portraits of rulers genealogical trees full-color maps and illustrations taken from a huge range of sources; special features including the Exodus the Philistines the Exile Solomons Temple and the Dead Sea Scrolls; timelines providing at-a-glance visual guides to reigns and events.