Exploring the kings of Israel to the time of Queen Esther · Study the land in which the stories of 1 Samuel-Esther took place.· Learn how geographic and cultural factors can provide theological insights· Visualize the promised land through full-color maps and photos David ruled a kingdom with discernible borders. Solomon married the daughter of a real, historical Pharoah. When we understand the geographic and cultural features of the Bible, we experience its stories with fresh eyes. · See where David fled during his decade of being pursued by Saul· Learn how Samuel's judging circuit aligns with archaeological evidence· Identify Solomon's Egyptian father-in-law· Understand the geographical and cultural import of genealogies in 1 Chronicles 1-9Written by a team of experts on biblical geography and culture, the Lexham Geographic Commentary on the Historical Books, Volume 2 , is a guide to the biblical world of 1 Samuel through Esther. Each article addresses a particular story, event, or subject in 1-2 Samuel, 1-2 Kings, 1-2 Chronicles, or Esther, with full-color maps and photos providing deeper layers of context. Historical and cultural insights give readers a richer understanding of the biblical story.