2 CHRONICLES ‐ Chapter Outlines 1 9. Solomon and the Queen of Sheba 2 CHRONICLES [1] 10‐12. Rehoboam Over 2 Southern Tribes 2nd Chronicles is the Book of David’s Heritage. The narrative from 1st Chronicles continues 13. Jeroboam Over 10 Northern Tribes with the reign of Solomon, and the Kings of 14‐16. Good King Asa Judah down through Zedekiah and the 17‐20. Good King Jehoshaphat Babylonian Captivity. (note unholy alliance with Ahab) TITLE 21. Jehoram’s Reign [J] 1st & 2nd Chronicles (like Samuel & Kings) were 22. Only One Heir Left in the Royal Line of originally one Book. The Hebrew title Dibrey Christ, Joash Hayyamiym means “words (accounts) of the 23‐24. Reign of Joash [J] days.” The Greek (Septuagint) title, 25. Reign of Amaziah [J] Paraleipomenon, means “of things omitted.” This is rather misnamed, as Chronicles does 26. Reign of Uzziah [J] much more than provide omitted material as a 27. Reign of Jothan [J] supplement to Samuel & Kings. 28. Reign of Ahaz [J] The English title comes from Jerome’s Latin 29‐32. Reign of Hezekiah [J] Vulgate, which titled this Book Chronicorum 33. Reign of Manasseh (55) [J] Liber. 34‐35. Reign of Josiah [J] AUTHOR 36. The Babylonian Captivity The traditional author of Chronicles is Ezra the CHAPTER OUTLINES priest/scribe. The conclusion to 2nd Chronicles (36:22,23) is virtually identical with the 2 CHRONICLES 1 introduction to Ezra (1:1 3). Others choose to 1. Solomon began his reign with an act of leave the author anonymous, and call him the worship at the Tabernacle (2nd Chr. 1:1‐6). Chronicler. 2. God approached Solomon, and instructed Ezra made extensive use of written records him to request whatever his heart desired available in his day, but his finished work, as (2nd Chr. 1:7 cf. 1st Kgs. 3:5). with all Scripture, is God‐breathed and 3. Solomon’s answer is one of the Bible’s profitable Truth (2nd Tim. 3:16,17). clearest expressions of humility and trust in CHAPTER TITLES the LORD (2nd Chr. 1:8‐13 cf. 1st Kgs. 3:6‐14). 1. Solomon and His Wisdom 4. The chapter closes with the temporal‐life blessings that Solomon’s spiritual‐life 2‐4. Solomon Builds the Temple wisdom produced (2nd Chr. 1:14‐17). 5. Ark Put in Temple, Glory Fills the Temple 2 CHRONICLES 2 6. Solomon Dedicates the Temple 7. The Lord is Pleased 1. Solomon intends to build a temple to the LORD and a palace for himself (2nd Chr. 2:1). 8. Solomon’s Activity and Wealth 2. Solomon uses the opportunity of his building project to testify to Hiram concerning the glory of the LORD 1 Grace Notes is a ministry of Austin Bible Church, (2nd Chr. 2:5,6). Austin, Texas: http://www.austinbiblechurch.com 3. Solomon contracts with Hiram for a skilled For information about regular Bible studies, write to: Warren Doud, [email protected] man to superintend the temple project nd Web: http://www.gracenotes.info (2 Chr. 2:7). 2 CHRONICLES ‐ Chapter Outlines 2 4. Hiram was pleased to bless Solomon, as he b. The Millennial temple’s bronze altar will be celebrated the LORD’s grace in David & 31’6” square, and 19’3” high David’s children (2nd Chr. 2:11,12). (Ezek. 43:13‐17). 5. Hiram the Craftsman (called here: 3. The Tabernacle’s laver is replaced by a cast Huram‐abi) is sent from Tyre to metal sea, 10 cubits from brim to brim, 5 superintend the temple project cubits high, mounted on 12 oxen nd (2nd Chr. 2:13‐16). (2 Chr. 4:2‐6). 6. Solomon impressed all the aliens living in 4. The Tabernacle’s golden candlestick and the land of Israel, and put them to work in table of showbread are each multiplied by nd building the temple (2nd Chr. 2:17,18). ten (2 Chr. 4:7,8). 5. The overall description of Solomon’s temple 2 CHRONICLES 3 highlights the glory of the change from 1. The location for the temple was the scene of temporary “tabernacling” to permanent two great tests: heavenly worship. a. Mt. Moriah, where Abraham was tested 2 CHRONICLES 5 in the sacrifice of Isaac (Gen. 22:2). b. The threshing floor of Araunah Ornan 1. Solomon stocked the treasuries with all the the Jebusite, where David was tested in wealth David provided (2nd Chr. 5:1). the angelic conflict (1st Chr. 21:1,18). 2. Solomon assembled the national leadership, 2. The temple work began in the 4th year of his and celebrated the Feast of Tabernacles for nd reign. The year was 966BC. the first time in a temple (2 Chr. 5:2,3). 3. Solomon’s temple measured 60 cubits by 20 3. The Ark of the Covenant was brought up, cubits (2nd Chr. 3:3). and placed within the Holy of Holies a. The Tabernacle courtyard was 100 cubits (2nd Chr. 5:4‐10). by 50 cubits (Ex. 27:18), but the Tabernacle 4. The visible glory of the LORD appeared once itself was 30 cubits by 10 cubits again, and filled the Temple (Ex. 26:15ff.). (2nd Chr. 5:11‐14), as it had previously filled b. The Millennial temple will likewise be 60 by the Tabernacle (Ex. 40:35). 20 cubits, but will have a much larger courtyard, with additional buildings 2 CHRONICLES 6 (Ezek. 41:2‐4). 1. Solomon preached a message of blessing 4. Solomon’s porch is a new feature that was and thanksgiving to the assembled leaders nd not found in the Tabernacle (2 Chr. 3:4). of Israel (2nd Chr. 6:1‐11; 1st Kgs. 8:12‐21). 5. The two pillars, Jachin & Boaz, were also a 2. Solomon led a national prayer meeting, feature not found in the Tabernacle calling upon the LORD for continued nd (2 Chr. 3:15‐17). blessing upon the new temple 6. Numerical discrepancies, due to scribal (2nd Chr. 6:12‐42; 1st Kgs. 8:22‐61). emendations, in Chronicles are quite a. He praised the LORD for the blessings of common. The dimensions found in Kings the Davidic Covenant (vv.12‐17). are to be preferred. b. He praises the omnipresent God for the 2 CHRONICLES 4 blessings of His unipresent dwelling (vv.18‐21). 1. Chapter 4 continues the description of the temple building project. c. He praises the omniscient God for the blessings of His open eyes and attentive 2. The bronze altar was 20x20x10 cubits ears focused on the temple (v.40). (30’ square, 15’ high) (2nd Chr. 4:1). a. The Tabernacle’s bronze altar was 5x5x3 cubits (7’6” square, 4’6” high) (Ex. 27:1). 2 CHRONICLES ‐ Chapter Outlines 3 2 CHRONICLES 7 with the Phoenicians of Tyre (2nd Chr. 8:17,18 cf. 1st Kgs. 9:26‐28). 1. Solomon’s prayer concluded, and the LORD consumed his sacrifice with fire out of 2 CHRONICLES 9 heaven (2nd Chr. 7:1‐3). 1. Chapter 9 describes the remainder of 2. Solomon led the national worship service Solomon’s life. The Chronicler’s emphasis nd over the 8 days of feasting (2 Chr. 7:4‐11). was on Solomon’s role in building the a. David’s parental planning came to temple, and fulfilling David’s intentions. fruition in the spiritual priorities of his a. Solomon’s ascension (2nd Chr. 1). son Solomon. b. Solomon builds the temple (2nd Chr. 2‐8). b. David’s financial planning came to c. Solomon’s life & death (2nd Chr. 9). fruition in the construction and 2. The visit by the Queen of Sheba was an operation of the temple. opportunity to witness for the LORD to the c. David’s musical planning came to nations of the earth (2nd Chr. 9:1‐12; fruition in the Levitical orchestra 1st Kgs. 10:1‐13). created to praise the LORD. 3. Many kings of the earth will travel to 3. The LORD made a second personal Jerusalem, to hear the wisdom of the LORD appearance to Solomon at this time— communicated through Solomon challenging him to live according to his (2nd Chr. 9:22‐24). Divine wisdom, and follow his father’s 4. Solomon’s tremendous wealth is described human example (2nd Chr. 7:12‐22). (2nd Chr. 9:13‐21; Ps. 72), but the snare that a. The warning is given concerning wealth became is not. national Divine discipline, and national 5. Solomon (peace) is the shadow of Christ humble repentance (vv.13,14). (the Prince of Peace) Who will rule with b. Encouragement is given concerning perfect wisdom in the Millennial kingdom God’s unique attentiveness to this (2nd Chr. 9:25‐28). consecrated temple (vv.15,16). 6. The summary of Solomon’s life indicates the c. An offer is given to confirm the Davidic written sources from which Ezra drew in Covenant to Solomon (vv.17,18), even as writing Chronicles, and explain many of the the Abrahamic Covenant was confirmed “to this day” references therein to Isaac (Gen. 26:2‐5,24) & Jacob (2nd Chr. 9:29‐31). (Gen. 28:13,14). 2 CHRONICLES 10 2 CHRONICLES 8 1. Chapter 10 begins a 3 chapter passage on 1. Chapter 8 describes the additional building the reign of King Rehoboam (2nd Chr. 10‐12; activities of King Solomon (2nd Chr. 8:1‐6). 1st Kgs. 12:1‐24; 14:21‐31). 2. Solomon built these glories with Canaanite 2. Solomon did not secure Rehoboam’s forced labor (2nd Chr. 8:7‐10).