Book of 1 Chronicles

Historical

Ezra (traditionally)

Traditionally dated c. 450–400 BC

Genealogies and the spiritual legacy of David.

1 Chronicles provides a priestly perspective on Israel's history, starting with extensive genealogies from Adam and focusing on King David's spiritual leadership and preparations for the Temple.

“So Saul died for his unfaithfulness to the LORD, because he did not keep the word of the LORD and even consulted a medium for guidance,”

“Yours, O LORD, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the splendor and the majesty, for everything in heaven and on earth belongs to You. Yours, O LORD, is the kingdom, and You are exalted as head over all.”

“But who am I, and who are my people, that we should be able to give as generously as this? For everything comes from You, and from Your own hand we have given to You.”

“Ascribe to the LORD the glory due His name; bring an offering and come before Him. Worship the LORD in the splendor of His holiness;”

“Both riches and honor come from You, and You are the ruler over all. In Your hands are power and might to exalt and give strength to all.”