1 Chronicles

The first part of the Book of Chronicles (also called 1 Chronicles, pronounced First Chronicles) is the thirteenth book of the Old Testament. The Book of Chronicles is in large part a retelling and summary of the Book of Samuel and the Book of Kings. 1 Chronicles begins with a genealogy that covers from Adam to Jacob and through to some of the main characters. It summarizes the Book of Samuel, emphasizing the reign of David, and ends with the beginning of Solomon's reign.