The book of 2 Kings
The Book of 2 Kings
What is the book of 2 Kings about?
2 Kings covers more bad rulers, some good rulers (Hezekiah and Josiah), prophets, and ultimately the demise of both Jewish nations.
Who wrote the book of 2 Kings?
The author of 2 Kings is unknown.
Who is the audience?
God’s chosen people (the Israelites).
Timeframe 2 Kings was written:
Written around 550 BC.
"In short" (One sentence summary):
Both Jewish nations (Northern Israel & Judah) are destroyed by Assyria and the Babylonians for willfully disobeying God.
Fun facts about 2 Kings/Did you know?
Elijah becomes the second man to ascend to heaven without dying! Also, Josiah was only eight years old when he became king.
