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Introduction and Background

The Book of 2 Kings

Quick Facts about 2 Kings

  • 2 Kings is the 12th Book in the Bible
  • The Hebrew Word for Kings is "Melechim" which means "kings"
  • The Greek Name for Kings is "basilia" which is the Greek form of the Hebrew
  • The Author of the Book of 2 Kings was Jeremiah (According to Tradition)
  • The Events in 2 Kings date back to the period from 1015-562 BC Approximately
  • The Main Theme of 2 Kings is the history of Israel and Judah
  • A Type of Jesus - In 2 Kings the kingdom of Jesus will never pass away

Outline of 2 Kings