Part 2 – Saul: Anointed but Disobedient
Key Verse “Because you have rejected the word of the LORD, He has rejected you as king.”— 1 Samuel 15…
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7: The Story of David and Saul — Political Power Struggles in Ancient Israel
Political Power Struggles and Legitimacy in Ancient Israel Introduction The narrative of David and Saul, found primarily in 1 Samuel,…
Article 6: David and Saul: Rivalry and Divine Kingship in 1 Samuel
1. Introduction The complex relationship and rivalry between David and Saul, as narrated in 1 Samuel 16–31, highlight themes of…
Article 5: David and Saul – Tensions Rooted in Jealousy and Divine Purpose
1. IntroductionThe relationship between King Saul and David is marked by episodes of jealousy, pursuit, and complex interaction despite both…
Article 22: Samuel and Saul
1. IntroductionThe relationship between the prophet Samuel and King Saul was marked by moments of obedience and confrontation. Samuel’s prophetic…