These two chapters demonstrate the faith, power and devotion of Elijah to God.

Elijah is fed by ravens and directed by God

This chapter sets the stage for king Ahab and his wife, Jezebel

This chapter describes the sons of Rehoboam and Jeroboam who continue to strive between the north and southern kingdom of Israel

Rehoboam rules Israel 3 days after the death of Solomon. The kingdom divides with Jeroboam ruling the north and Rehoboam the south

After the death of Solomon, the country remained united for only 3 days under his son, Rehoboam. Read about h I w and why the country split in to two parts

In this chapter, we read prior to the death of Solomon he built temples for each of his 700 wives. We also learn of his adversaries and the beginning of war

Chapter 9 recounts the promise of God to Solomon. The visit of the Queen of Sheba from Ethiopia takes place in chapter 10.

After 7 years of construction, the Temple is complete

In these 3 chapters, we learn about the 7 years it took Solomon to build the temple, and 13 years it took for him to construct his home, and his partnership with Hiram of Tyre