Kings
What did the Israelites want from samuel?
a king
What number king was saul
1
what number king was david?
2
What number king was solomon?
3
Why is Samuel a prophet?
he is a communicator with God
What did god say would happen to the Israelites if they got a king?
sons will be warriors, work fields, and make weapons for the king, daughters will work for the king, he will take everything from the people
what tribe did saul come from?
Benjamin
What was the name of the giant David killed?
Goliath
What/Who were David's downfall?
Uriah and Bathsheba
What happened when Saul lost God's favor?
bad headaches
What are three traits of a good king?
Obery God, Protect the nation of Israel, Administer Godly justice
What was Saul's first act as king?
he united the kingdom of Israel and put the law on the altar
What jobs did David do for Saul?
Armor bearer and plays the lyre
What were David's consequences for being with Bathsheba?
his first son will die, and his family drama will be public
How did Saul die?
Suicide
What was Solomon's downfall?
he married 700 women outside of the covenant that worshiped different Gods
Why did Saul lose favor with God?
keeps the cattle for himself instead of sacrificing them
Who loves David?
Saul's Kids
Why is David still considered a great king even with his mistakes?
he recognized his mistakes and God forgave him
What gift did Solomon ask God for?
wisdom
Who leads Israel after the downfall with the kings?
North ruled by Jeroboam and South ruled by Rehoboam
How did Saul try to kill David?
Threw a spear at David and ordered him to kill 400 people
What was David's first act as king?
Put religious and political capital together
What did Solomon complete?
a temple
What did Solomon allow his wives to do?
build temples for the Gods they worshiped