Summary
The chapter opens with a list of David’s sons born in Hebron, beginning with Amnon and including notable figures such as Absalom and Adonijah. It then lists the children born in Jerusalem, adding more names like Solomon’s son Rehoboam. The text continues with a genealogy that traces the line of kings from Solomon down through a long succession of monarchs, ending with the descendants of Josiah and the post‑exilic leaders. The focus is on establishing the dynastic lineage and the legitimacy of each king’s rule. Throughout, the narrative underscores the importance of ancestry, inheritance, and the continuity of God’s covenant through Israel’s monarchy.