Chronicler’s History

The Chronicler’s History research group focuses on the text of Chronicles as an intentional literary portrayal of Israel’s past, an example of ancient historiography. We are currently working towards producing a volume that will address the book as literature; historiography; and theology.

This year we will workshop a particular text, the Chronicler’s account of the Syro-Ephraimite Crisis (2 Chr 28). A mix of invited speakers and open submissions will showcase different approaches and methodological issues that arise from this chapter. We encourage submissions on any topic related to this passage, not limited to: synoptic comparisons, literary readings, historical and archaeological issues, text-critical issues, intertextual issues and observations, Biblical-Theological readings, and theological interpretation of scripture (TIS). Email paper proposals to Nathan Lovell ([email protected]) and David Schreiner ([email protected]) no later than March 4, 2026. Please include in the title of your email, “2026 IBR Chronicler’s History Proposal.”