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By: Edward Short© 1.1 Samuel 8: Israelites Ask Samuel for a King 1). What was the behaviour of Samuel’s sons? Given what we know about Samuel, how good a person he was, how he loved God and was concerned for the multitudes, plus the fact that Samuel saw what happened to Eli’s sons, why then do you think Samuel’s sons behaved as they did? (Does 1 Samuel 7:15-17 give us any hint?) 2). For what did the elders ask Samuel? Who did they want to imitate? 3). This request made Samuel ________; God however reacted in what way to the people? 4). Memorize what God said to Samuel (8:7): “Listen to all that the people are saying to you; it is not you they have rejected, but they have rejected me as their king.” 5). Describe what Samuel said that a king would do to the people. In your opinion, did Samuel describe the situation accurately? Historically speaking, did kings of other nations act this way toward their people? 6). The people spoke very idealistically: “No!" they said. "We want a king o_____ us. Then we will be l_____ all the other nations, with a king to lead us and to go out before us and f______ our battles.” 7). God spoke to Samuel and said, “L_______ to them and give them a king.”
2.1 Samuel 9: Samuel Sees Saul for the First Time 1). The name of Saul’s father was __________. List some of Saul’s special features. 2). Where was Saul going, and what was he going to do, when we first meet him? 3). Vs. 6-7: What suggestion did Saul’s servant make? Explain the difference in “prophet” and “seer.” Do you find it strange that Saul, seemingly, did not know who Samuel was and didn’t even know Samuel’s name? Why? Is the author of 1 Samuel giving the reader a hint and saying that Saul’s “spiritual foundation” is not very deep? Why? How did Saul and his servant finally find Samuel? 4). What did God tell Samuel? 5). Explain in detail Samuel and Saul’s conversation and meal? 6). Vs. 20-21: What perhaps did Saul think when he heard what Samuel said? 7). At the end, what did Samuel say that kept Saul from leaving? 3. 1 Samuel 10: Samuel Anoints Saul King 1). Vs. 1: Explain the meaning of “anoint.” (See 1 Samuel 2:10; 12:3; 24:6; 26:9,11,16; 2 Samuel 1:14,16; 19:21; 22:51; 23:1; Psalms 2:2,6. See also Psalms 110; Isaiah 61:1; Zechariah 4:14; Matthew 1:17; Luke 1:31-33; Hebrews ch. 7, etc.) 2). Samuel gave Saul some “signs” (or proofs, etc), so he would know that God had actually made him the king. Write down each of these signs. 3). Vs. 8: Besides the signs, Samuel also gave Saul a “promise” and a “command.” What were these? 4). Vs. 9: “As Saul turned to leave Samuel, God c_______ Saul's h_____, and all these signs were f________ that day.” From this we can see that at that time, God was with Saul and wanted to bless Saul. God opened the way for Saul to be a successful king. Whether Saul would be successful or not was up to whom? 5). Vs. 9-13: What did Saul do that surprised the people who knew him? 6). What method did Samuel use to choose a king for the people? Obviously, who really selected the king? It was not Samuel, but was _____. 7). Inexplicably, who could not be seen?! Where was he? What was he doing? 8). Vs. 25: “Samuel explained to the people the regulations of the kingship. He wrote them down on a scroll and deposited it before the LORD.” I believe that this book is not extant today, however, some of the contents was probably the same as what Moses had already told their ancestors, as recorded in Deuteronomy 17:14-20. Please read this passage. Samuel wanted to explain clearly the differences between the king of Israel and the kings of other countries. Who actually was the true King of Israel? Israel was a “theocracy.” [Several Chinese translations of “theocracy” are given.] Therefore, the king was made such by a prophet or priest; that is to say, the king was “anointed” by a prophet or priest on behalf of (as the representative of) God. (Therefore the king was referred to as “the Lord’s anointed.”) In Israel, the king was not the highest or ultimate authority; the Lord God was the highest. King, prophet and priest were all under the rule, authority and control of God. Unfortunately, however, many kings forgot this point. 9). Did everyone support Saul’s appointment to the kingship? What kind of people did not support him? What was Saul’s reaction? (2004.10.24)(2005.5 Rev.) License Agreement for Bible Texts These Scriptures: • May not be altered or modified in any form. They must remain in their original context. • May not be sold or offered for sale in any form. • May not be used for commercial purposes (including, but not limited to, use in advertising or Web banners used for the purpose of selling online add space). • May be reprinted without modification for non-commercial use. • May be distributed without modification in electronic form for non-commercial use. A copy of this license (without modification) must also be posted with the text. • Are copyrighted by World Bible Translation Center. • Are not public domain. Any use of these Scriptures other than those listed above is prohibited. For additional rights and permission usage, or for clarification of any of the above, please contact World Bible Translation Center. Copyright © 1995, 2000 by World Bible Translation Center All rights reserved. World Bible Translation Center P.O. Box 820648 Fort Worth, Texas 76182 Telephone: 817-595-1664 Toll-Free in US: 888-54-BIBLE E-Mail: info@wbtc.com http://www.wbtc.com
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