Chapter 8
What did the elders demand of Shmuel when he became old?
We want a King!
What did the father of Shaul lose?
Donkeys
What was poured on Shaul's head and from what vessel?
oil from a jug (not special Shemen Hamishcha from a ram's horn)
What was the name of the king of Amon? (hint:a snake)
Nachash
Who was the mother of Shmuel?
Chana
What 3 Mitzvot did the Jews have to do when they entered the land?
1. Appoint a King 2. Wipe out Amalek 3. Build the Bet Hamikdash
From what tribe was Shaul?
Binyamin
What happened when Shaul met a group of prophets?
He started prophesying with them
What did the king of Ammon want to do to the Jews of Yavesh Gilad?
blind everyone's right eye
What did Shmuel's mother promise to do if Hashem would give her a child?
Bring him to the Mishkan to serve Hashem all his life
What was wrong with requesting a king?
They wanted it for the wrong reasons
Who told Shaul where he can find Shmuel?
A group of girls
In the future, how long will Shaul have to wait for Shmuel in Gilgal?
7 days
What did Shaul do when he heard the threat of the king of Amon?
He cut up two oxen and sent pieces to all the cities of Israel to encourage everyone to come
After hearing what terrible news did Eli die?
That the Aron was captured, the war was lost and his sons were killed.
What is the difference in the role of a king and a Jewish king?
A king wants power and the nation to serve him. A Jewish king serves Hashem and wants the nation to do likewise.
Where do we see that Shaul was humble?
He took advice from his servant. He claimed that he should not be king as his tribe and family are the youngest of all.
Where was Shaul hiding when he was chosen in public?
With the baggage
When and how did Shaul attack?
He made a surprise attack early morning after dividing his army into 3 groups
How old was Shmuel when he became the leader?
40
Who were Yoel and Avia?
Sons of Shmuel
What is Hashgacha Protit?
Divine Providence (the fact that Hashem runs every detail of our lives and in the world)
Some were loyal and gave presents. Others ignored and insulted him.
Where did the Jews crown Shaul after he won the war with Ammon?
Gilgal
How old was Shmuel when he died?
52