Rise and Fall of Israel’s Kings
1 Kings begins with the reign of Solomon, including the building of the Temple in Jerusalem, and shifts to the division of the kingdom into Israel (north) and Judah (south). The book highlights the consequences of idolatry and unfaithfulness through the stories of kings like Jeroboam, Ahab, and Elijah the prophet. It emphasizes the importance of godly leadership and obedience to God’s Word. 1 Kings sets the stage for Israel’s spiritual decline and the prophetic call to repentance.