Overview
The book records the reign of Solomon and the building and dedication of the temple, and then traces the history of the kings of Judah from the division of the kingdom to the Babylonian exile. It gives considerable attention to the reforms of Hezekiah and Josiah and closes with the decree of Cyrus permitting the return.
Theme Restoration granted to those who seek YHWH
Historical background
2 Chronicles largely omits the history of the northern kingdom and concentrates on Judah under the Davidic dynasty. It evaluates each reign by whether the king sought YHWH and maintained temple worship. The final verses record the decree of the Persian king Cyrus in 538 BC, which connects with the opening of Ezra.