[1][2] The book is compiled from older sources by an unknown person or group, designated by modern scholars as "the Chronicler", and had the final shape established in late fifth or fourth century BCE.

[6] Extant manuscripts of a Koine Greek translation known as the Septuagint, made in the last few centuries BCE, include Codex Vaticanus (B;

[4] The section records David's prayer, beginning with a doxology, continuing with an interpretation of the voluntary donations and concluding with a wish for people not to forget the past and a wish for the future reign of King Solomon.

[12] The ascension of Solomon is reported as smooth and without incident, followed by a public endorsement (for the second time; cf.

[4] David was said to enjoy a productive and respected life, with security and longevity as the marks of divine blessings (2 Chronicles 24:15; Deuteronomy 4:40; 5:16; Isaiah 52:10; 65:17–19).