1 Samuel Flashcards
What is the title of 1 Samuel/what is it the book of?
Book of Transition
What are some key words in 1 Samuel?
Saul, David, Samuel, King, Priest, Prophet
What is the outline of 1 Samuel? (with chapters)
I. Samuel - From Theocracy to Monarchy Ch. 1-7
II. Saul - From Election to Rejection Ch. 8-15
III. David - From Anointing to Humiliation Ch. 16-31
How did Hannah demonstrate faith? (4 things)
- She took her pain to God
- She was not easily offended
- She believed Eli’s word
- She gave her son to Eli to raise him
Whose choice was Saul?
The people wanted a king so God gave them the kind of king they wanted. He was the choice of both the people and God.
How did Samuel clear his conscience before the people in his farewell speech?
Samuel makes sure there are no unresolved offenses before he delivers his last message so that all of the people will be receptive.
Why was Samuel such a key figure in the OT?
Samuel was the man of transition. He took Israel from the ruling of the judges and priests to the ruling of kings and prophets. He acted as a judge, prophet, and priest. And he was the one who anointed the first two kings of Israel.
Why were Eli’s sons judged and how were they judged?
Eli’s sons were very immoral and they took God’s presence for granted. They saw his presence as a good luck charm. They were judged by being killed in battle.
What environment was Samuel raised in and how did he respond to it?
Samuel grew up in a wicked and ungodly environment, yet became a very godly man. Samuel is humble and respectful and predisposed to serve.
What does “Ichobod” mean? How did it relate to Israel’s situation?
Ichobod means ‘the glory has departed’. Israel had lost the Ark of the Covenant to the Philistines, because they took it for granted and treated it as a good luck charm so God allowed it to be taken.
Describe the journey of the Ark among the Philistines.
The Philistines placed the Ark as plunder before their god in the temple of Dagon. Dagon falls before the Ark. Also the people in the city were afflicted. The Ark is sent to 5 Philistine cities and then it is sent back to Israel because of the affliction.
Describe the rise and fall of Saul. What was his downfall?
Saul started out great. He had natural advantages of being from a good family and being a tall, handsome guy. He prophesied and got words from the Lord and exemplified godly character. Then he let pride, fear of man, and disobedience creep in. Saul offered sacrifices when it wasn’t the right time and it was outside of his duty
What are the four stages of David’s life?
- The Shepherd
- The Court Prince
- The Fugitive
- The King
What is the deeper significance of the showdown between David and Goliath?
It was a spiritual showdown.
Israel on hill of Azekah = tilled field
Philistines on hill of Schochoh = thorn hedge
Battle took place in the Valley of Elah = strength and
Ephesdamimin = field of blood
The Philistines, by invading Judah were acting as a thorn hedge overtaking the farmland (tilled field).
David was the only one who could see the spiritual battle taking place and that the enemy doesn’t belong there and they need to be taken out.
What was the interaction between Saul and David?
Saul’s court –> David behaved wisely and received public praise –> Saul threw a spear at David –> The Lord was with David –> Saul was afraid of David so he demoted him –> David behaved wisely and God remained with him –> Saul offered David his daughter, Michal, for 100 Philistine foreskins –> Dvid brought back 200 Philistine foreskins –> Saul grew more afraid of David –> David behaved more even more wisely and was highly esteemed by the people
