“This commentary is well-written, clear, and helpful in discussing the main issues of Chronicles and its theology. As someone who cares deeply about this book, I can legitimately affirm Konkel’s perspective and his handling of the text. This will be a valuable resource in opening up a neglected biblical book.”

“Konkel brings his extensive research and profound understanding of the book of Chronicles to bear in his insightful and relevant commentary on this often neglected book. He not only illumines the book’s message to its ancient audience but also reveals Chronicles’ important continuing relevance to us in the twentyfirst century.”

“Konkel is an engaging and insightful guide for navigating the Chronicler’s unique account of Israelite history and identity. Ever attentive to the sources utilized by the Chronicler, the original target audience, and the theological nuances of the text, Konkel offers the riches of two oft-neglected biblical books to the contemporary church.”

“Chronicles has many hermeneutical, historical, and literary issues that we should only interpret with utmost care. In this commentary, Konkel has provided a superb orientation to the specifics of the text and the overall shape of the book that will be useful to leaders in the church. He provides enough information to initiate the serious reader without overwhelming the nonacademic.”

“Konkel’s enthusiasm for the writer of the books of Chronicles as theologian and historian makes for a compelling read. Faced with the challenge of writing a commentary on a text that begins with a lengthy genealogy, followed by what has been pejoratively called midrash by critical scholars, Konkel demonstrates that an inspiring interpretation of this inspired text engages all of Scripture in conversation. In Konkel’s hands, Chronicles becomes a central canonical voice, a nexus in the biblical metanarrative.”