Old Testament
Book of 1 Chronicles
Long genealogies trace Israel from Adam to the returned exiles. The story then focuses on David, who gathers the people, brings the ark to Jerusalem and prepares for the temple.
At a glance
1 Chronicles key facts
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Chapters
- 29
- Author
- Not named in the text; traditionally attributed to Ezra
- When it was written
- After the return from exile, around 450 to 400 BC
- Main theme
- David's line and the centre of worship in Jerusalem
- Key verse
- 1 Chronicles 16:34
Summary
What is 1 Chronicles about?
Long genealogies trace Israel from Adam to the returned exiles. The story then focuses on David, who gathers the people, brings the ark to Jerusalem and prepares for the temple.
Key verse
A key verse in 1 Chronicles
“O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good; for his mercy endures for ever.”
29 chapters
1 Chronicles chapters
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Questions
1 Chronicles: common questions
Who wrote the book of 1 Chronicles?
Not named in the text; traditionally attributed to Ezra.
When was 1 Chronicles written?
After the return from exile, around 450 to 400 BC.
What is the book of 1 Chronicles about?
Long genealogies trace Israel from Adam to the returned exiles. The story then focuses on David, who gathers the people, brings the ark to Jerusalem and prepares for the temple.
How many chapters are in 1 Chronicles?
1 Chronicles has 29 chapters, in the Old Testament.
What is a key verse in 1 Chronicles?
1 Chronicles 16:34: “O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good; for his mercy endures for ever.” (KJV).
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