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1 and 2 Kings Introduction

1 Kings
1 KingsSteve Gregg

Steve Gregg provides an introduction to the books of 1 and 2 Kings, clarifying that they were originally one document written by a single person. Together, they cover the period from the death of David to the end of the nation, focusing on the temple period. Though previously included as a part of the book of Samuel, 1 and 2 Kings now stand as separate books in the Christian Old Testament.

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