Old Testament · Narrative
1 Samuel
31 chapters · 810 verses · Samuel / prophetic scribes · ~1000 BC
A barren woman's prayer produces a prophet. A shepherd boy kills a giant. A king goes mad with jealousy. Three destinies collide in the birth of Israel's monarchy.
Overview
1 Samuel traces the transition from judges to kings through three towering figures: Hannah, whose prayer launches the story; Samuel, the last judge and kingmaker; Saul, the tall king who crumbles from the inside; and David, the shepherd God chose to replace him.
Key chapters of 1 Samuel
Themes:prayerleadershipjealousycallingobedience
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