Early Life
What was the name of the first human David Killed?
Goliath
Who was King before David? Who anointed him as King?
Saul and Samuel
What does David promise to Jehovah? (Do not overthink this)(He mentions this in every Psalm)
To constantly praise Jehovah. (Ps 30:12)
Who was David's father?
Jesse
Name one time David showed mercy
When dealing with Nabal, Saul, Abner, and how he didn't want Absalom to be killed
What was David's job before he started to work for the King?
He was a shepherd of his father's sheep.
What allows David to finally take his position as king?
Saul dies in a battle.
After hearing Abigail's petition, what did David her?
He would spare the lives of the men in her household
Name 1 female who appears in the line of David
Ruth, Rahab, or Mary
Why did Saul not show mercy to David? Give 2 reasons (why did Saul start to hate David?)
He was jealous because David was getting more praise, he could sing and play the harp, and he was next in line for kingship
What did Saul hire David to do? (There are two answers to this)
1. He wanted David to sing and play the harp for him
2. After killing Goliath, he made David a chief in his army
After David is made King, what city does he capture?
Jerusalem
What did David and Jonathan promise each other?
They promise to protect and defend each other.
Name at least 2 of David's sons
Absalom, Ammon, Adonijah, or Solomon
Who motivated David to show mercy towards Nabal?
Abigail!
Who helped David to escape through a window to flee from Saul?
Mi'chal, Saul's daughter
Which one of David's sons becomes king after David?
Solomon
What promise does Jehovah make regarding the line of David?
The Messiah would come through his line
Name at least 3 of David's wives
Abigail, Mi'cal, Bathsheba
Rather than killing David and Bathsheeba for their sin, what did Jehovah cause to happen?
Their baby dies
On what two occasions does the Bible mention David killing animals? What were the animals?
First, he killed a bear that was trying to harm one of his sheep. Secondly, he killed a lion for the same reason.
How many years does David rule for?
40 years
What does David promise to Jonathan regarding his son? What was his son's name?
He promised that Mephibosheth will always be taken care of and that he will live in his palace and eat at his table.
Name 2 events that took place in David's family due to his sin with Bathsheba
1. Their baby died
2. Amnon rapes Tamar
3. Absalom kills Amnon
4. Absalom makes himself king
5. Absalom dies
When Saul was hunting David and David found Saul in a cave sleeping, what did David do to Saul?
He stole Saul's water jug and his spear. On another occasion, he cut off a piece of Saul's coat.