The book of 1 Samuel

Who wrote the book of 1 Samuel?

• Moses

• David

• Samuel

• Jacob

Which is not true about the book of 1 Samuel?

• It is part of the Major Prophets

• It consists of only one chapter

• It is part of historical books of Torah

• It includes stories of Israel’s first two kings

What is the purpose of writing the book of 1 Samuel?

• To show God's judgement on the wicked

• To narrate the rise, reign, and fall of Saul’s monarchy

• To provide guidance in how to properly worship God

• To provide a moral lesson about humility

When did the events in 1 Samuel take place?

• After the exile

• Around 6 B.C.

• Around 20 B.C.

• mid-14th century B.C.

What language was the book of 1 Samuel originally written in?

• Aramaic

• Syriac

• Hebrew

• Latin

What are the main characters of the book of 1 Samuel?

• Joseph and Isaac

• Samuel and Saul

• Hannah and Shiloh

• Moses and Elijah

When did Samuel anoint Saul as king of Israel?

• After the exile

• Shortly after Moses

• At his birth

• Mid-14th century B.C.

What are the sectarian divisions of the book of 1 Samuel?

• Hebrews and Israelites

• Yahwists and Elohists

• Priests and Levites

• Samaritans and Galileans

Which kings ruled over the people of Israel during Samuel's time?

• Moses and Elijah

• Ahab and Ahaziah

• Saul and David

• Alexander and Cyrus

Which book immediately follows the book of 1 Samuel?

• Psalms

• Exodus

• 2 Samuel

• Genesis