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Book of 1 Chronicles
First Chronicles retells Israel's story through genealogies and David's reign, emphasizing worship and the temple. It reassures the returning exiles of their identity and God's faithfulness.
AuthorTraditionally Ezra
Datec. 5th century BC
ThemeDavid and worship
Chapters29
Key verses BSB · Public Domain (CC0)
1 Chronicles 16:11 “Seek out the LORD and His strength; seek His face always.” 1 Chronicles 29:11 “Yours, O LORD, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the splendor and the majesty, for everything in heaven and on earth belongs to You. Yours, O LORD, is the kingdom, and You are exalted as head over all.” 1 Chronicles 16:34 “Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.”
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