The Davidic Kingdom:

David and Solomon

1 & 2 Samuel
1 Kings
1 & 2 Chronicles
 2nd Samuel:
Structure and Outline
• The Story of David Chapters 1—20
– David’s Rise to the Throne 1:1—5:5
– Jerusalem, The City of David 5:6—6:23
– Davidic Covenant 7
– David’s Victories 8
– David and Mephibosheth 9
– The Ammonite War 10
– David and Bathsheba 11—12
– Absalom’s Trouble & Rebellion 13—20
• The Epilogue Chapters 21—24
– Famine and War 21
– David’s Song and Last Words 22:1—23:7
– David’s Mighty Men 23:8—39
– Census and Threshing Floor 24
 1st Chronicles
Structure and Outline
• Genealogy Chapters 1—9
• The Reign of David Chapters 10—29
– David’s Rise to Power 10—12
– Transporting the Ark to Jerusalem 13—16
– God’s Covenant with David 17
– Wars 18—20
– Census 21
– Preparation for the Temple 22—29
 2nd Chronicles
Structure and Outline
• The Reign of Solomon Chapters 1—9
– Temple Preparation & Construction 1—4
– Dedication of the Temple 5—7
– Solomon’s Accomplishments 8—9
• The Southern Kingdom Chapters 10—36
 1st & 2nd Chronicles
• What are 1-2 Chronicles?
The original Hebrew title for the book of the Chronicles is from
1 Chronicles 27:24 and can be translated “the events of the
years.” In the Septuagint, the title is Paraleipomenon,
which means “things left out,” since much of the
information in the Chronicles is history not included in 1 &
2 Samuel and 1 & 2 Kings. The present title, however, was
popularized during the Protestant Reformation when Martin
Luther used an ancient Latin translation which means “the
chronicle of the whole sacred history.” Luther called the
books, Die Chronika.
1 Chronicles provides a genealogical record beginning with
Adam, then focuses on David, from his rise to power to his
death. 2 Chronicles provides an account of the reign of
Solomon followed by a record of the remaining 20 kings of
Judah.
 1st & 2nd Chronicles
• Who Wrote 1-2 Chronicles?
The author of 1 & 2 Chronicles is anonymous. Jewish
tradition and some modern scholars claim Ezra to be
the author, but there is no hard evidence to support
that claim. Typically known as “the Chronicler,”
internal evidence suggests that the author was a priest
or Levite who was serving in the temple during the
Persian period (539-332 B.C.). However, because
Chronicles includes modified passages from Ezra and
Nehemiah as well as a list of postexilic descendants
of David, a date of 400 B.C. or even some decades
later is most likely.
 1st & 2nd Chronicles
• Why Were 1-2 Chronicles Written?
The Chronicles help God’s people to understand how they
came to be in exile, having fallen from their former glory.
However, rather than a comprehensive history of the rise
and downfall of the nation, Chronicles seems to serve as a
guide for those returning to Judah to help rebuild the
temple and to encourage them with the faithfulness of
God in His promises to Abraham, Jacob, and David.
1 Chronicles, in particular, highlights the centrality of God in
worship as foundational to His people.
2 Chronicles, in particular, focuses on the building and
dedication of the temple as well as the failure of the
people to remain faithful to worship God (Yahweh) alone.
 The Reign of King David
• Saul dies in battle, falling onto his own spear and later finished
off by an Amelikite. 1 Samuel 31, 1 Chronicles 10
• David mourns Saul’s death, and moves to the land of Judah.
2 Samuel 1
• David is crowned King of Judah (reigns 7.5 years)
2 Samuel 2:1-4, 1 Chronicles 11
• Ish-Bosheth (Saul’s son) is named King over all Israel by Abner.
2 Samuel 2:8-12
• David eventually wins control of the entire Kingdom after Abner
and Ish-Bosheth’s assassinations. 2 Samuel 3:26-5:25
 The Reign of King David
• David names Jerusalem the capital of all Israel.
2 Samuel 5, 1 Chronicles 11:4-9
• The Ark of the Covenant was soon brought into Jerusalem.
2 Samuel 6, 1 Chronicles 13
• David had one unfulfilled desire…to build the Temple.
 The Sin of David:
David and Bathsheba 2 Sam. 11
Lessons from David’s Mistakes:
• It came at a time of idleness (11:1)
• The consequences of sin for a leader can be greater than for
others.
• Sin Multiplies lust  coveting adultery lying  murder
• His sin could not be covered up
• Sin always displeases God
• God forgives sin when it is confessed
• The consequences of sin live on
 The Faults of David
• Cruelty
• Resorted to Deceit
• Vengeful at Times
• Struggled in his role as a father

The Strengths of David

• High regard for God
• Submitted to God’s Will
• Great Friend
• Musically Gifted
• His life was lived for God’s Kingdom
 The Reign of Solomon
• Solomon is the 2nd son of David and Bathsheba
– Not the one resulting from the adulterous affair since
that son died
• Solomon is king over Israel from 961—922 BC
• He is known for his wisdom and literature
– Credited with 3000+ proverbs
– Credited with 1005 psalms
– Credited with writing Song of Solomon
– Credited with writing Ecclesiastes
 The Reign of Solomon
• His Father David wanted to build a Temple for the
Presence of God to dwell among Israel
– God did not allow David to build for he was a man of war.
– God did allow David to plan the building
– God reveals to David that Solomon will build it instead
• Solomon is king, and God grants him one desire
– Solomon asks God for great wisdom to rule justly
• Solomon completed construction of the Temple
• The construction of the Temple took 7 years
• Upon its dedication, God’s Glory filled the Temple.
 The Reign of Solomon
• Solomon’s Strengths
– His reign was during a time of peace, prosperity, building,
and cultural advancement
• Solomon is king from 961—922 BC
• Solomon had “700 wives” and “300” concubines
– 1 Kings 11:3

• He is known for his wisdom and literature

– Credited with 3000+ proverbs
– Credited with 1005 psalms
– Credited with writing Song of Solomon
– Credited with writing Ecclesiastes
 The Reign of Solomon
• Solomon’s Weaknesses
• Financial Problems namely Taxes
• Internal Unrest within Israel
• Forced Labor
• Compromised Religion