The First Book of Chronicles

The First Book of Chronicles, also known as 1 Chronicles, is the 13th book of the Bible. It is traditionally believed to have been written by Ezra, and it is essentially a retelling of the history of Israel. Its name derives from the Greek word ‘Chronikon’...

The First Book of Kings

The First Book of Kings, commonly referred to as 1 Kings, is the 11th book of the Bible. It is a book of narrative history that continues the account from the Book of Second Samuel, recording the history of Israel from approximately 960 to 853 BC. Its authorship is...

The First Book of Samuel

1 Samuel is the 9th book of the Bible. It is the first of two books that originally constituted a single text known as the Book of Samuel. The Book of Samuel was likely composed between 931 and 721 BC, and its authorship is traditionally ascribed to the prophets...

The First Epistle of Peter

The First Epistle of Peter, commonly known as 1 Peter, is the 60th book of the Bible. It was written by the Apostle Simon Peter, one of the original twelve disciples of Jesus Christ. Peter likely wrote the letter around AD 62-64, during the reign of Emperor Nero. Some...