The World English Bible (WEB): 2 Chronicles by Anonymous

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The World English Bible (WEB): 2 Chronicles by Anonymous is a historical account likely written in the late 5th century to 4th century BC. The text details the reigns of various kings of Judah, focusing particularly on King Solomon and the construction of the temple in Jerusalem, as well as the subsequent history of the kingdom and its leaders. The narrative emphasizes themes of faithfulness to God, divine justice, and wisdom. At the start of 2 Chronicles, Solomon is established as king of Israel after David, receiving divine support and the request to ask anything of God. Solomon requests wisdom to rule his people effectively, which God grants alongside riches and honor. The text recounts the assembly of leaders, the offering of sacrifices, and Solomon’s plans to build a temple dedicated to Yahweh. Additionally, there are details about preparations and materials needed for the temple’s construction, illustrating the grandeur and significance of this holy project in the context of Israel’s history and faith. (This is an automatically generated summary.)