The Bible in Art · Books 11–12
1 & 2 Kings | Something Greater & The Surviving Seed
Mindi's Reflection
The overall composition of Kings was using images to represent key characters and events that happened in these books. We see the Messiah as a ruler greater than Solomon.
1 Kings continues the account of the monarchy in Israel and God's involvement through the prophets. After David, his son Solomon ascends the throne of a united kingdom, but this unity only lasts during his reign. The book explores how each subsequent king in Israel and Judah answers God's call—or, as often happens, fails to listen.
The composition carries over from 1 Kings and connects to the 2nd book. Again, pulling from imagery captured from events and characters of the book of Kings.
2 Kings carries the historical account of Judah and Israel forward. The kings of each nation are judged in light of their obedience to the covenant with God. Ultimately, the people of both nations are exiled for disobedience.