Recall where we left off philistines were going to war against israel. Samuel was one of the most godcentered leaders of the old testament, a man with godly character and the respect of those he served. The greek translation of the bible, the septuagint, was the first version to divide the material into two parts. I samuel outlined as an introduction text read i samuel 2. Studies in the life of david 14 messages in the life of david. Chapter 25 of first samuel begins with the news that samuel the prophet has died and israel all came out to bury him and lament over his life. Like our fleshly nature, god promises to one day completely blot out the remembrance of amalek exodus 17. Saul becomes king, battles israels enemies, god rejects saul 1 samuel 9. Old testament 1996, 11719 purpose to encourage the children to listen for the promptings of the holy ghost.
Moody distance learning 1 samuel 9 lesson 1 the big picture authorship, date, and purpose the book of 1 samuel is home to some of the dearest stories of the christian faith. This book offers no clear guidance on the question of authorship. The translators of the septuagint separated the books and they have remained two separate books since that time. My title for this lesson is gods will for our lives and gods judgment. Can anyone remember the continuous cycle we discovered in judges. Yet, samuel is strangely absent from the whole ark of the covenant fiasco. This is an interesting chapter because it displays how people felt about rulership during these times. Consulting familiar spirits saul faced a terrifying conflict with the philistines.
A workbook suitable for bible classes, family studies, or. Its truly epic and beautiful in its scope and message. Authorship following the testimony of christ and his firstcentury apostles and prophets, christians rightly believe that the holy spirit inspired the book of samuel. Because you have rejected the word of the lord, he has rejected you as king 1 samuel 15. It outlines the change from the theocracy established under moses to the monarchy begun under king saul. Though he was a great man, and one that was admirably well qualified for public service, yet he spent the latter end of his days in retirement and obscurity, not because he was superannuated for he knew how to preside in a college of the prophets, ch. Davids sins are exposed, and he experiences serious consequences. In this lesson well focus our attention on this third division of our book. And david said in his heart, now i shall perish someday by the hand of saul. Some account of elkanah and his two wives, peninnah and hannah, 1 samuel 1. Like our fleshly nature, god commanded a permanent state of war against amalek exodus 17.
When saul and his men were asleep in their camp one night, david and one of his servants went to where saul was sleeping. In those verses, saul tore off a piece of samuel s robe to which samuel told him that the kingdom would be torn away from him and given to someone else. There is no mention of him having consulted the sacred ephod or. Summarize 1 samuel 2627 by explaining that king saul took 3,000 men into the wilderness to find and kill david. Now the acts of david the king, first and last, behold, they are written in the book of samuel the seer, and in the book of nathan the prophet. It was the translators of the septuagint greek translation of the ot at. When the people ask for a king, the lord instructs samuel to anoint. His fathers name was elkanah, a levite, and of the family of the kohathites the most honourable house of that tribe as appears, 1 chr. Memorize the following 15 periods of bible history. When we last left david, he was being hunted down by king saul.
A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of 1 samuel. In 1 samuel, god reluctantly raises up kings to rule the israelites. We see it so often and so clearly in 1 samuel, and now in our text. God had raised up samuel as a prophet and a judge 1 samuel 4. His mother, hannah, promised god if she had a son, she would deliver him to gods service 1. From this we can conclude that the book came together sometime after the death of david 971 bc and perhaps even after the death of solomon 931 bc. Learn exactly what happened in this chapter, scene, or section of bible. Explain that the lord sent the prophet nathan to david, and nathan told him a parable a story with symbolic meaning. The old testament book of 1 samuel is a record of triumph and tragedy. Jewish tradition, samuel had written the earlier portions of 1 samuel, and his work had been supported by the prophets nathan and gad 1 chron. Hannah, being barren, is reproached by peninnah, especially in their going up to shiloh.
Sin snags us by making life more enjoyable at first, but the consequences always catch up to us. The book starts with the miraculous birth of samuel in answer to his mothers earnest prayer. The birth and calling of samuel 1 samuel these past few weeks of studying gods word we are reminded of the sinfulness of all people. Study 1 samuel using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. His ancestor zuph was an ephrathite, that is, of bethlehemjudah, which was called. The first part of 1 samuel overlaps historically with the end of the judges period that we find in the book of judges. First and second samuel are actually part of one book in the hebrew bible, along with 1. Listen to chuck swindoll s overview of first samuel in his audio message from the classic series gods masterwork.
He commanded saul to destroy all the amalekites and their livestock. David had been warned upon another occasion when he was in moab to return to judah 1 samuel 22. God raises up david to be king of israel 1 sa 1620. She even promised that if god gave her a baby boy, she would dedicate him to doing the lords work. There are slight variations in the way biblical scholars divide the contents of 1 samuel. David had been chosen and anointed as israels next king. Skim the book of 1 samuel, state the theme of the book, and list its main characters. If you need help, consult a bible dictionary or similar reference work. Saul sent for david who came with a donkey loaded with bread, wine, and a goat. This summary of the book of 1 samuel provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of 1 samuel. Our primary source material for the study of davids life is found in 1 and 2 samuel and the first chapter of 1 kings, with some supplementary information in 1 chronicles. The country of the philistines means in the possession of the philistines.
While the people cry for a king, hannah cries for a child. The rise of samuel, capture of the ark of the covenant, samuels work as judge 1 samuel 1. Chapter 1 this first book of samuel opens with a cry of a godly woman. Though named after its main character, the prophet. Introduction to book of 1 samuel, israels first king. In it he reveals himself and his glory for us to witness. It is in the book written to defend the gospel of grace that paul writes, do not be deceived theres that word again.
Book of first samuel overview insight for living ministries. Despite his brothers anger, david continued to tell the israelites that they should not be afraid of goliath. Gain a basic knowledge of the time ruled by the judges, and the united kingdom under saul, david and solomon. Why would god punish eli, and what lesson can we learn. The bundle of life is with the lord our god, for in his hand our breath is, and our. Its three main characters, samuel the prophet, saul, and david are among the most powerful people in the bible, yet their lives were scarred by farreaching mistakes. Now after the death of samson, eli the highpriest was governor of the israelites. Ask the class to look for what nathan was teaching david. Overview of the book of 1 samuel third millennium ministries. It seems likely that the attachment of samuels name simply reflects the role he played in the early chapters of the book. The providence of god is his unseen hand in the events of life, assuring and achieving his purposes and promises.
Book of 1 samuel matthew henrys bible commentary concise. Originally the two books of samuel formed o n e historical book. Together, 1 and 2 samuel form one book in the hebrew bible. His annual worship at shiloh and the portions he gave at such times to his wives, 1 samuel 1. Davids men believe that god is giving david an opportunity to kill saul, but instead of killing him, he just cuts off a corner of his cloak. It opens with samuels birth and then describes his role as judge over israel. Did i not clearly reveal myself to your ancestors family when they were in egypt under pharaoh.
His was an epoch life like abrahams, joshuas and luthers. The story of david and goliath has inspired many a young believer to take a bold stand for christ in the face of overwhelming odds. Constables notes on 1 samuel 3 the book of samuel covers about 1121971 b. Jan 02, 2020 because you have rejected the word of the lord, he has rejected you as king 1 samuel 15. Verses 18 we have here an account of the state of the family into which samuel the prophet was born. In addition, youll find great book recommendations that may be of interest to you based on your search and purchase history, as well as the most wished for and most gifted books. A david was going to march with the philistines princes refused him. Invite students to look for truths in 1 samuel 15 that can help them overcome the temptation to try to justify disobedience in this way. Study the bible online using commentary on 1 samuel 25 and more. Few people in the bible were as obedient to god as samuel. His parents elkanah and hannah dedicated samuel to the lord, giving him to the priest eli to be raised in the temple. The book of 1 samuel is set in israel during the transition between the period of the judges and the period of the monarchy. As we do, we see the greatness of our god over his.
Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. An introduction to samuel 2 for videos, lesson guides and other resources, visit thirdmill at. Perfect for acing essays, tests, and quizzes, as well as for writing lesson plans. Samuel was left under the care of the priest eli at a very early age. The books of 1 and 2 samuel were originally one book. It was the translators of the septuagint greek translation of the ot at about 200 bc who separated the book into two parts. Verse 1 we have here a short account of samuels death and burial. Aabandoned god, bbondage to their enemies, ccried out to god, ddeliverer, eease. Samuel became a prophet, or a person who speaks to god, and with gods guidance, speaks out against injustice.
King david 2 for videos, lesson guides and other resources, visit thirdmill at. But when samuel grows old and israels enemies attack, the people demand that samuel appoint a king. Samuel tells saul that at the end of the next day, saul and jonathan will both be where samuel is. The book also marks the transition from priests to prophets as the central figure of gods dealing with israel. Im excited that youre joining this journey through the book of 1 samuel. List at least one event that occurred during each period. It seems likely that the attachment of samuel s name simply reflects the role he played in the early chapters of the book. The book of 1 samuel is a historical book, as is 2 samuel. Or being the vessle from the potters clay saywhydid you do this and make me this way. Explain that 1 samuel 15 records that the lord gave saul a second chance to prove his obedience. Gods grace does not mean that he protects us from the consequences of our sin. An overview of 1 samuel including statistics of the book and background material. And david said in his heart, i shall now perish one day by the hand of saul. I have to admit, when i first started writing commentary on 1st samuel, i didnt.