1 Kings

David charges Solomon, his son, to be faithful to God as he becomes king.

David reflects on his life and makes final arrangements before his death.

Solomon becomes known for his wisdom and builds a prosperous and peaceful kingdom.

Solomon sets up a wise and efficient system of administration, benefiting Israel.

Solomon builds a temple for God, a palace for himself, and many other structures.

The construction of the temple in Jerusalem is described in detail.

Solomon builds many other structures, including a palace, throne room, and storage buildings.

The Ark of the Covenant is brought into the temple and dedicated with a great ceremony.

Despite his initial success, Solomon becomes unfaithful to God and his kingdom begins to decline.

The Queen of Sheba visits Solomon and is impressed by his wisdom and wealth.

Solomon becomes increasingly idolatrous, leading to division in the kingdom after his death.

Rehoboam, Solomon's son, refuses to heed the counsel of the older leaders and instead makes demands of the people, leading to a division in the kingdom.

A man of God from Judah confronts Jeroboam, the northern king, and pronounces judgment on him.

Ahijah the prophet prophesies to Jeroboam's wife about the future of the kingdom.

Abijam becomes king of Judah and continues the sins of his father.

Baasha becomes king of Israel and continues in the sins of Jeroboam.

Elijah is sustained by God during a famine and performs miracles, including raising a boy from the dead.

Elijah confronts Ahab and the prophets of Baal in a dramatic showdown on Mount Carmel.

Elijah flees from Jezebel after she threatens his life.

Ahab continues his idolatry and goes to war against Ben-hadad, the king of Syria.

Ahab wants Naboth's vineyard and Jezebel arranges for him to be falsely accused and executed.

Ahab and Jehoshaphat, the king of Judah, join forces against Syria, but Ahab is killed in the battle.