Chronicles presents the first attempt at understanding and interpreting the entire sweep of Old Testament history—from the creation of the world to the Israelites’ return from exile. Scott Hahn’s commentary on 1 and 2 Chronicles shows how the books’ author acts as a biblical theologian. It identifies a decisive biblical worldview and highlights the Abrahamic key to the narrative. Hahn explores how Chronicles provides readers with important insights into key New Testament concepts such as Jerusalem, Zion, the Temple, the church, the Kingdom, and the messianic identification of Christ as King and Priest. In fact, Chronicles is the only work in the Old Testament to use the expression “Kingdom of God.” This key helps readers see the importance of the Abrahamic covenant in New Testament theology.
Hahn presents 1 and 2 Chronicles as a theological interpretation of Israel’s history, emphasizing the liturgical structure and content of Chronicles and providing fresh insight on salvation—past, present, and future. The book gives professors, students, and pastors a better understanding of Chronicles, salvation history, and Old Testament theological interpretation.
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