Three things:A praying mother, 1 Samuel 1,A chastened people, 1 Samuel 2,A faithful prophet, 1 Samuel 3. Each narrative, based on a specific Bible passage, is prefaced with a short section that outlines the main goals of the story. He dates the dividing of the kingdom as 931 B. C. Regarding textual matters, Laney does not overlook the lacuna of I Samuel 13:1 as he states that great benefit can be gleaned from the LXX in a study of these two books. Be successful (1 Samuel): Attaining Wealth That Money Can't Buy byWiersbe, Warren W96 ratings. Thank you for registering. The First and Second Books of Chronicles byA. Hughes-GamesPublication Date: 1902 Pages: 240. It does not analyze the text based on so-called "higher criticism," but is thoroughly conservative and evangelical. The terrible civil war against the tribe of Benjamin ( Judges 19 - 21 ) had broken the heart of the already-struggling nation, and years of undisciplined religion -- the refusal to obey Jahweh -- had removed the people from the source of their spiritual power. Hughes conveys the text in such a way as to combine succinct clarification and a forbearance of pedantic language. Do something. Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 1950. A Study of 2 Samuel 1-17-27, Davids Transfer of the Ark according to Josephus, David's Second Sparing of Saul According to Josephus,"Tyndale Bulletin48.1 (1997): 93-117, The Return of the Ark according to Josephus,"Bulletin for Biblical Research8 (1998): 15-37, David and Mephibosheth According to Josephus,"Andrews University Seminary Studies36.2 (Autumn 1998): 165-182, Priest And King Or Priest-King In 1 Samuel 2-35 -- Karl Deenick, The Chronology Of Saul And David -- Leslie McFall. A Critical and Exegetical Commentary of the Books of Samuel. Wood under the first division goes into the identity, meaning of to prophesy, function, the Holy Spirit and prophecy, and other aspects. 8:2, 3 ). The resources are made freely available by archive.org but have several caveats - (1) they do not allow copy and paste, (2) they can only be checked out for one hour (but can be checked out immediately when your hour expires giving you time to read or take notes on a lengthy section) and (3) they require creating an account which allows you to check out the books free of charge. 15 and Davids fight with Goliath. Your partnership makes all we do possible. The Defender's Study Bible : King James VersionbyMorris, Henry M. Excellent notes for well known creationist. The record brings us up to the time when David is ready permanently to establish the monarchy and God is ready permanently to establish David's throne (Psalm 89). The Ryrie study Bible- Charles Ryrie (1978) 2142 pages. Hbk. In these eight lectures, William Dalby examines the biblical account of Samuel, aiming to exhibit its truths practically, believing that teaching practical application to be both the most difficult and most important labor of a preacher. 1 Samuel 27-29. 12:23) and David (1 Sam. It is commonly held that 1 and 2 Samuel present the prophets as ecstatic speakers with bizarre behavior just likethe pagan prophets of the other nations. MacArthur New Testament Commentaries are a classic biblical studies resource collection from the ministry of Pastor John F. MacArthur. In this study, pastor John MacArthur will guide you through an in-depth look at this historical period beginning with the miraculous birth of Samuel, continuing through Saul's crowning as. Drawing out lessons for every-day Christian living, Steel examines the life of Solomon, which touches on all classes and conditions, as one of the brightest examples of holy living and useful labor., Samuel, Saul and Davidand Samuel the Ruler inDaily Bible Illustrations by John Kitto, Spurgeon -Should always be consulted They are not exactly a commentary, but what marvelous expositions you have there! ", HENRY MORRIS -conservative, literal study notes from a leading creationist commentator, Click here for links to the following maps, David's Rise to Power David in Conquest of Canaan David's Wars of Conquest Kingdom of David and Solomon The United Monarchy under Solomon (1) The United Monarchy under Solomon (2) Solomon's Economic Enterprises Solomon's Building Activities Solomon's Temple Jerusalem in the Time of David and Solomon, The Kingdoms of Israel and Judah (1) The Kingdoms of Israel and Judah (2) The Kingdoms of Israel and Judah (3) The Campaign of Shishak Conflicts between Israel and Aram-Damascus The Omride Dynasty The Golden Ages of the 9th & 8th centuries BCE Phoenician Trade and Civilization Trade Routes throughout the Middle East Travel Routes throughout Palestine Elijah and Elisha The Revolt of Jehu The Rise of Assyria Israel & Judah in the days of Jeroboam II and Uzziah The Assyrian Empire under Tiglath-Pileser III The Syro-Ephraimite War Tiglath-Pileser III's Campaigns Fall of Samaria and Deportation of Israelites The Fall of the Kingdom of Israel Assyrian Districts after the Fall of Samaria Prophets of the 8th Century BCE, Hezekiah's Preparation for Revolt Judah under King Hezekiah Hezekiah's Jerusalem Sennacherib's Campaign against Judah Assyria in the 7th century BCE The Rise of the Neo-Babylonian Empire The Reign of Josiah The Districts of Judah under King Josiah The Golden Age of King Josiah; Nebuchadnezzar's Campaigns against Judah, G CAMPBELL MORGAN - short summaries of each chapter, ALAN REDPATH - excellent insights and application based on his expository studies, JAMES SMITH- rich teachings which includes many related cross references, RUSSELL SMITH - downloads Microsoft Word document, JOHN SCHULTZ - 150 page commentary - Well done, ALEXANDER WHYTE'S Dictionary of Bible Characters in First Samuel, JOHN WHITCOMB AND JOHN J. DAVIS - Borrow - well done chapter summaries, KEITH GREEN - his pithy song on this famous verse, Synchronizes with Thomas Constable's Notes, PHIL NEWTON Used by permission. GenesisExodusLeviticusNumbersDeuteronomyJoshuaJudgesRuth1 Samuel2 Samuel1 Kings2 Kings1 Chronicles2 ChroniclesEzraNehemiahEstherJobPsalmsProverbsEcclesiastesSong of SongsIsaiahJeremiahLamentationsEzekielDanielHoseaJoelAmosObadiahJonahMicahNahumHabakkukZephaniahHaggaiZechariahMalachiMatthewMarkLukeJohnActsRomans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians1 Thessalonians2 Thessalonians1 Timothy2 TimothyTitusPhilemonHebrewsJames1 Peter2 Peter1 John2 John3 JohnJudeRevelation, First and Second Samuel were considered as one book in the earliest Hebrew manuscript, and were later divided into the two books by the translators of the Greek version, the Septuagint (LXX)1, a division followed by the Latin Vulgate (Vg. Jeremiah "And, after that, He (God) gave unto them judges about the space of four hundred and fifty years, until Samuel the prophet" - (Acts 13:20). 1 Samuel 13:13-14 A Person After God's Own Heart, 1 Samuel 16:14-23 When God Is Out To Get You, 1 Samuel 21:1-7 Sometimes You Have To Break the Rules, 1 Samuel 24:8-19 The Most Subtle Temptation, 1 Samuel 25:2-3,23f Dealing With Difficult People, 1 Samuel 28:5-18 Fire Burn and Caldron Bubble, 1 Samuel 7:15-1 Samuel 8 Corruption of Justice, 1 Samuel 10 - Deut 17:16-20 The Law of the Kingdom, 1 Samuel 16:7 The Lord Looketh on the Heart, 1 Samuel 19:18-22 The School of the Prophets, 1 Samuel 27:1,2, 1 Chronicles 12:1-22 Reinforcements, 1 Samuel 28, 1 Chronicles 11 The Worthies, 1 Samuel 1: The Heart That God Broke To Mend, 1 Samuel 1: Pastor David Legge's Testimony, 1 Samuel 1:10-13; 12:23-24 Hannah: A Mother Who Gave, 1 Samuel 13:14 Following the Heart of God, 1 Samuel 4:10-22 Parenting Is Not for Chickens, 1 Samuel 16:6-7 God Gives Us the King We Need, fifty thousand and threescore and ten men, Click excellent map with DAVID'S FLIGHT FROM SAUL with Numbered Movements of David, 1 Samuel 7:2-13 The Way Back to God, Part One, 1 Samuel 7:2-12 The Way Back to God, Part Two, 1 Samuel 15:1-11 A Good and Faithful Servant, 1 Samuel1:1-2, 6-7, 12-18, 20, 24-28 Declaring The Lord's Grace. From Playing Both Ends Against the Middle to Caught Between a Rock and a Hard Place (, Lectures to my Students, Vol. 1 Samuel; Principle #14; 1 Sam. The Ammonites were descendants of Lot (Gen. 19:38) who lived on the Transjordan Plateau. This is the best older, overall treatment of a critical nature on the Old Testament Hebrew text verse by verse and is a good standard work to buy. 1 Samuel That the author wrote after the division of the kingdom between Israel and Judah in 931 B.C. 4) How did the Holy Spirit minister before Pentecost? Historically the books are masterpieces of national record. 1998): 3-22. Minor Prophets In the second, he discusses in some detail prophets before Samuel, Samuel, monarchy prophets, and the writing prophets from the ninth century to post-exilic days. 1 Samuel28:7-20 Did the witch of Endor really summon Samuel from the dead? The Man after God's own Heart, Chapter 14. Unlike many 'Manuals,' the present book will prove a good help . Matthew The book may be divided under the names of three of its chief charactersSamuel (1 Samuel 1-7); Saul (1 Samuel 8-15); and David (1 Samuel 16-31). 1 Samuel 21:16 What was the bread of the Presence (Exodus 25:30)? Volume one covers the text from the reign of Rehoboam until the fall of Jerusalem. Let Thine hand be on me but not on Thy people'' (1Chron 21:17). JOURNAL ARTICLES FREE ONLINE RELATED TO THE BOOKS OF SAMUEL, GENERAL RESOURCES 1 & 2 Author: Maximilian Geneste Publication Date: 1843(654 pages). The Prophets of Israel - Leon Wood - 405 pages (1979) See user reviews. 1 Samuel 27:1-12 Can You Trust Your Heart? Herbert Lockwood Willett(18641944) was educated at Bethany College, Yale University, University of Berlin, and the University of Chicago. David's Chastening and Recovery, Chapter 24. 10,000 Illustrations The books of Samuel contain no clear indication of the date of composition. Has an unquestionable Dependence on God for victory. bringing to life the ancient world of scriptureKeener, Craig and Walton, John. Lesson 2: From Ichabod to Ebenezer. Recognizing the value of consistent reflection upon the Word of God in order to refocus one's mind and heart upon Christ and His Gospel of peace, we provide several reading plans designed to cover the entire Bible in a year. All rights reserved. We are told, ''Wherefore the sin of the young men was very great before the Lord; for men abhorred the offering of the Lord'' (1Sam 2:17). In 1Samuel, we have the account of David's long season of preparation for the Kingdom. The story of the rise of David in the second half of1 Samuelprepares for the full-scale kingship of David in2 Samuel. Henry P Smith (1904), S. LEWIS JOHNSON The ministry of the Holy Spirit in 1 Sam. NIV archaeological Study Bible(2005) 2360 pages950 ratings(See also Archaeology and the Bible - OT and NT), NIV cultural backgrounds study Bible. 1 Samuel 8:1-22 A King Like the Gentiles God in Political Science, 1 Samuel 9:1-27 The Inaugural Inauguration, 1 Samuel 10:14-27 The Initial Enunciation or Gods View of Political Science, 1 Samuel 12:1-25 A Nation at the Crossroads, 1 Samuel 13:1-9 Saul and the Philistines The Greatest That Never Was, 1 Samuel 14:1-17 Jonathan, The Galahad of the Old Testament, 1 Samuel 14:15-32 Leaders That Use VS Leaders That Bless, 1 Samuel 15:1-23 The Squandering of a Second Chance, 1 Samuel 15:24-35 The Dark Side of the Almighty, 1 Samuel 16:1-7 The Beginning of the Ascent of the Worlds Greatest King, 1 Samuel 16:13-23 The Door Opens for Greatness, 1 Samuel 17:1-22 A Man Whose Day Has Come, 1 Samuel 18:8-30 The Davidic Art of Walking by Faith, 1 Samuel 19: 1-7 A Patch of Blue in a Gathering Storm The Faithfulness of Jonathan, 1 Samuel 21:10-15 When God Puts On the Brakes, 1 Samuel 25:1-11 In The Heat of The Moment, 1 Samuel 25:14-31 The Bibles Most Eloquent Woman, 1 Samuel 30:1-10 When Youre Someplace With Someone You Shouldnt Be With, Doing Something You Shouldnt Be Doing, 1 Samuel 30:11-31 The Sun Rises on a New Day, 1 Samuel 2:1-7 portion (remainder lost) (, 1 Samuel 2:1-10 Hannah's Song of Thanksgiving, 1 Samuel 2:25 The Danger of Neglecting the Great Sacrifice, 1 Samuel 2:30 Eli's Unfaithfulness Reproved, 1 Samuel 3:18 Eli's Submission to the Divine Rebukes, 1 Samuel 4:13 Eli's Anxiety for the Ark of God, 1 Samuel 6:20 The Ark Returned to Beth-Shemesh, 1 Samuel 7:8,9 Samuel's Successful Intercession, 1 Samuel 7:12 The Duty of Commemorating God's Mercies, 1 Samuel 7:15-17 Samuel's Judicial Character, 1 Samuel 10:12 Conversion A Ground of Joy, 1 Samuel 12:16-23 The Israelites' Rejection of Samuel Reproved, 1 Samuel 12:23, 24 Devotion to God Urged from a Sense of Gratitude, 1 Samuel 14:6 Jonathan's Victory Over the Philistines, 1 Samuel 15:11 Mourning for the Sins of Others, 1 Samuel 15:22, 23 Saul's Disobedience and Punishment, 1 Samuel 17:29 David's Vindication of Himself, 1 Samuel 24:4-6 David's Forbearance Towards Saul, 1 Samuel 25:32,33 David Kept from Avenging Himself on Nabal, 1 Samuel 27:1 The Unbelieving Fears of David, 1 Samuel 1:17-19 When God's Delays to Answer --, 1 Samuel 2:9 Hannah Barren, Prays, Vows, Answered --, 1 Samuel 10:6-7 The Spirit Filled Life --, 1 Samuel 12:22-23 The Sin of Prayerlessness --, 1 Samuel 26:21b I Have Played the Fool --, 1 Samuel 26:21c I Have Played the Fool --, 1 Samuel 28:1ff When God Stops Speaking --, 1 Samuel 30:6 Encourage Yourself in the Lord --, 1 Samuel 30:6b David Encouraged Himself --. What does the Bible say about cremation? David and Saul: Transfer of the Kingship in Israel (16:131:13), A. 6:1921 The Lord strikes 70 men for looking into the ark, 1 Sam. James Rosscup -This generally highly-regarded work offers much assistance verse by verse, using the RSV. From Samuel to Solomon byCharles S. Robinson, 1889, The narratives of 1 and 2 Samuel are some of the most exciting and personal narratives of the Old Testament. James John In 1969, after graduating from Talbot Theological Seminary, John came to Grace Community Church. If the Former Prophets were composed as a unit, then Samuel would have been written during the Babylonian captivity (ca. The Breach between Saul and David, Chapter 16. Commentary 24:79,1719). II. Hervey went on to become bishop of Bath and Wells during his life of clerical work. Please respond to confirm your registration. The people began to lament and Samuel took advantage of this and called on them to return to their God and put away their idols. 27:1-12;Spiritual Regression:We must be on guard against regressing to self-centered patterns of behavior. 23:7-24;Selfish Motives:We must resist the temptation to convince ourselves that God approves of our actions when, in actuality, we are driven by selfish motives. 22:5-23;Making No Excuses:When we violate God?s will and in the process hurt others, we are to take full responsibility for our actions. Inductive Bible Study Courses, Precept Ministry International - 1-800-763-8280 To Order Studies. Thus, the exact reading of the original autograph of the text is in places hard to determine (see 1 Sam. He is the only person in Scripture with the name David. This fascinating volume examines the governmental structure of Israel as it developed in 1 and 2 Samuel. 1 Samuel 2:12 Who were Hophni and Phinehas? We find God granting their request. The comments are brief but meaty and can really help your study through a given book. 1 Robert D. Bergen, vol. 1 Samuel 17:50-51 We must hew our Agags to pieces! 11:6). The whole style of treatment is careful and suggestive. He played a large part in founding the University of Manitoba, as well as hundreds of churches. Note that 931BC marks the division of the Kingdom into Southern Tribes (Judah and Benjamin) and Ten Northern Tribes. 15:2425 Zadok brings the ark to David, who commands him to carry it back to Jerusalem, 2 Sam.