Frequently compared to the books of Kings, this book records the history of the life of the Southern kingdom (of Judah). The only difference is that it emphasizes the good kings.
| Author | Ezra, according to Jewish tradition |
| For whom it was written | For the Jews who returned from exile. |
| Chapter amount | 36 |
| Verse amount | 822 |
| Solomon | Third king of Israel. He asked for and received wisdom from God, becoming the wisest and richest man on earth. |
| 1 - 9 | These chapters tell us the story of King Solomon, the wisest and richest man on earth. He strengthened the nation of Israel and built a magnificent temple in Jerusalem. |
| 10 - 35 | The division of the kingdom occurs. These chapters speak about the kings of Judah. |
| 36 | Because of disobedience and idol worship, God allows the Jews to be defeated. |