Exploring Samuel and Kings

What is the main theme of the books of 1 and 2 Samuel?

• The creation of the world

• The establishment of the monarchy in Israel

• The exodus from Egypt

• The rebuilding of Jerusalem

Who was the first king of Israel, as described in 1 Samuel?

• David

• Solomon

• Saul

• Samuel

What significant event happens in 1 Kings with King Solomon?

• The building of the Temple in Jerusalem

• The parting of the Red Sea

• The fall of Jericho

• The writing of the Ten Commandments

Which king is known for his wisdom in 1 Kings?

• Saul

• David

• Solomon

• Ahab

Who is the prophet that anoints both Saul and David as kings?

• Nathan

• Samuel

• Elijah

• Elisha

Why did the Israelites not want Samuel or his sons to rule them?

• They wanted to establish a new covenant with God.
• They were concerned about Samuel's age and his sons' corruption.

• They were afraid of foreign invasions without a strong leader.
• They preferred a monarchy over a theocracy.

According to 1 Samuel 9:16-17 what tribe would Saul come from?

• Judah

• Levi

• Benjamin

• Simeon

in 1 Samuel 13:5-9 how did Saul disobey the Lord?

• Saul consulted a medium instead of waiting for Samuel.
• Saul waited for Samuel and then offered a grain offering.
• Saul disobeyed the Lord by offering a burnt sacrifice without waiting for Samuel.
• Saul defeated the Philistines without any disobedience.

What were the consequences of Saul's disobedience to the Lord?

• Saul was granted eternal life and prosperity.
• Saul became a beloved leader among the people.
• Saul was rejected by God as king and faced severe consequences including mental distress and eventual death.
• Saul was rewarded with greater power and wealth and ruled over Israel for many years before dying of old age in cave.

1 Samuel 15 describes a second time Saul disobeyed the Lord. How did Saul disobey the Lord again?

• Saul obeyed by destroying all the livestock and sparing King Agag.
• Saul disobeyed by consulting a medium instead of following God's command.
• Saul disobeyed by building an altar to the Lord instead of destroying everything.
• Saul disobeyed by sparing King Agag and keeping the best livestock instead of destroying everything.