The theme of these two Books of Kings is found in this expression that occurs nine times in 1Kings: "as David his father." In other words, we are following the line of David, and each king was measured by the standard set by David. Although the writer is unknown, 1 and 2 Kings were written while the first temple was still standing (1King 8:8). Jeremiah is considered to be the traditional writer, while modern scholarship assigns the authorship to "the prophets." The studies in the series have been taken from Dr. McGee's "Thru the Bible" radio passages. With his familiar, anecdotal style and lively approach, Dr. McGee makes biblical truth understandable and Bible study more enjoyable.