In The Cave (1 Samuel 24)
King Saul (general questions)
David's Life
David, the Warrior.
Lessons Learned
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Who did David encounter in the cave? 

King Saul

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What was Saul's title?

The King of Israel. 

100

Who was David's best friend? 

Jonathan was David's best friend. 


100

Who were Goliath's people?

The Philistines.
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What lesson about leadership can we learn from David's decision in the cave? 

To show mercy and respect authority. 

200

What did David cut off of Saul's item? 

A corner of Saul's robe. 

200

Who was Saul pursuing in the desert?

David. 

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What did David do for King Saul to comfort him? 

He played the harp. 

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Why did the Israelites fear Goliath? 

They feared him because he was a giant and a champion fighter for the Philistines. 

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What lesson can we learn from David's courage in facing Goliath? 

We can learn that with faith in God we can overcome our fears and challenges.  

300

Why did David feel guilty after cutting Saul's robe? 

Because he had disrespected the Lord's anointed. 

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Why was Saul chasing David? 

He was jealous and felt threatened by David. 

300

What signal did Jonathan use to show David that it was NOT safe to return to King Saul's palace? 


Jonathan shot arrows into the field and told his servant that the arrows were beyond him as a signal for David to flee.

300

Who did David kill with a sling and stones? 

Goliath. 


300

How did David's encounter with Saul in the cave reflect in his trust in God? 

He chose not to harm Saul, believing God would judge between them. 

400

What did David show Saul to prove he had spared his life?

The piece of the robe he had cut off. 

400

What promise did Saul make to David after their encounter in the cave? 

That David would surely become king and his kingdom would be established. 

400

What was David's job before working for king Saul? 

He was a shepherd for his father's flock. 

400

What did King Saul offer to the person who could defeat Goliath? 

Great wealth, his daughter in marriage, and exemption from taxes for his family.

400
Why is it important to not take revenge?

Because vengeance belongs to God and acting in anger can lead to regret. 

500

How did Saul react when David called out to him from the cave? 

He cried and admitted that David was more righteous than he was. 

500

How did Saul die? (Bonus history question) 

He fell on his sword during a battle with the Philistines. 

500

What did David write besides defeating Goliath and becoming King? 

He wrote many of the Psalms found in the Bible. 

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How many stones did David pick up to use to fight Goliath? 

5. 

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What lesson can be learned from the friendship of David and Jonathan? 

The value of true friendship and loyalty. 

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