The reference to this source for the original records of the kings of Judah constitutes another item in the official formula closing the account of each king. This volume is constantly cited from here on throughout the history of Judah (see 1 Kings 15:7, 23; 22:45; 2 Kings 8:23; 12:19; 14:18; 15:6, 36; 16:19; etc.).