The First Book of the Kings is a religious text written by Joseph Rawson Lumby and published in 1888. The book is a part of the Old Testament of the Bible and chronicles the reign of King Solomon and the division of the kingdom of Israel into two separate entities. The text is primarily focused on the political and religious events of the time, including the construction of the Temple in Jerusalem and the rise of various prophets. Lumby's interpretation of the text is heavily influenced by his religious beliefs and provides insight into the Christian understanding of the Old Testament. The book is written in a scholarly style and includes footnotes and references to other religious texts. Overall, The First Book of the Kings is a valuable resource for those interested in the history and religious significance of the Old Testament.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.