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Introduction and Background

The Book of 1 Kings

Quick Facts about 1 Kings

  • 1 Kings is the 11th Book in the Bible
  • The Hebrew Word for Kings is "Melechim" which means "kings"
  • The Greek Name for Kings is "basilia" which is the Greek form of the Hebrew
  • The Author of the Book of 1 Kings was Jeremiah (According to Tradition)
  • The Events in 1 Kings date back to the period from 1015-562 BC Approximately
  • The Main Theme of 1 Kings is the division of the kingdom
  • A Type of Jesus - In 1 Kings Jesus is God's chosen King

Outline of 1 Kings