Old Testament • History
1 Kings
Solomon's temple, royal splendor, subsequent division of Israel, and the prophet Elijah.
22 Chapters •
Author: Jeremiah •
Translation: Christian Standard Bible
Key Verse of 1 Kings
1 Kings 1:1 "Your word is a lamp for my feet and a light on my path."
Christian Standard Bible (CSB)
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Genre & Classification: History (Old Covenant)
Historical Background: Penned under divine inspiration by Jeremiah, revealing God's covenant purpose.
Primary Focus: Solomon's temple, royal splendor, subsequent division of Israel, and the prophet Elijah.
Translation Standard: Christian Standard Bible (CSB) using Optimal Equivalence for maximum word precision and readability.
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