1.King David was old, his servants recommended Abishag to keep him warm. Adonijah, whp desired to be king, exalted himself.
2.David instructs Solomon to obey God's laws and walk in His ways to ensure his success as king.
3.Solomon asks for wisdom to rule and judges a case of two women claiming the same baby.
4.Solomon marries an Egyptian princess and builds the temple in Jerusalem with the help of Hiram, the king of Tyre.
5.Solomon marries the daughter of Pharaoh and brings her to the city of David until he finishes building his palace.
6.King Solomon builds the temple with the help of skilled workers and provides lavish materials for its construction.
7.Solomon builds a palace for himself and his wife, the daughter of Pharaoh. He also builds a separate palace for his wife.
8.Solomon builds the temple and transfers the ark of the covenant into it, followed by a prayer of dedication.
9.Elijah prophesies Ahab's downfall, Ahab repents, and his death is foretold. Jehu anointed as king to execute judgment on Ahab's house.
10.Solomon's reign is troubled by opposition, he loses ally Hiram, and kingdom divides after his death.
11.Solomon's many wives lead him astray from God, angering the Lord and inciting unrest in his kingdom.
12.Rehoboam's rule, division of Israel, Jeroboam becomes king of the northern tribes, Rehoboam reigns in Judah
13.A prophet curses a wicked king, foretelling his demise. The king's hand withers, but is restored when he seeks the prophet's help.
14.Jeroboam's son becomes ill, he sends his wife in disguise to the prophet Ahijah for guidance. Ahijah predicts the death of their son and the downfall of Jeroboam's dynasty.
15.Jeroboam's reign over Israel ends, and Nadab becomes king. Baasha kills Nadab and becomes king. Baasha's sinful reign is judged by God.
16.Elah became king of Israel and reigned for two years before being assassinated by Zimri, who then ruled for seven days.
17.Elijah predicts a drought, is fed by ravens, and provides for a widow and her son.
18.Elijah challenges the prophets of Baal to call down fire from their god. God sends fire to consume Elijah's sacrifice and the prophets are killed.
19.Elijah goes into the wilderness, feels abandoned by God, encounters God in a whisper, and anoints Hazael and Elisha.
20.Ahab defeats Ben-Hadad in battle, but spares his life. A prophet condemns Ahab for not executing the enemy king.
21.Ahab covets a vineyard, Jezebel arranges its seizure, Elijah prophesies against Ahab for his greed and evil deeds.
22.King Ahab wants to conquer Ramoth-gilead. Micaiah predicts his death. Ahab disguises himself but is still killed in battle.