1 Samuel 8 Flashcards

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When Samuel grew old, who did he appoint as Israel's leaders?

His sons

What was the name of Samuel's firstborn son?

Joel

What was the name of Samuel's second son?

Abijah

Where did Samuel's sons serve as Israel's leaders?

Beersheba Signup and view all the answers

Who gathered together to come to Samuel?

The elders of Israel Signup and view all the answers

Where did the elders of Israel come to Samuel?

Ramah Signup and view all the answers

What did the elders of Israel ask Samuel to do?

Appoint a king to lead them Signup and view all the answers

What was Samuel's reaction when the elders asked him for a king?

He was displeased Signup and view all the answers

What did Samuel do when the elders asked him for a king?

He prayed to the Lord Signup and view all the answers

What did God tell Samuel to do when he was asked for a king?

Listen to what they say Signup and view all the answers

Who did God say the people were rejecting by asking for a king?

They rejected God Signup and view all the answers

How long did God say they had been rejecting him?

From the day he brought them out of Egypt to this day Signup and view all the answers

What does the Lord tell Samuel to warn the elders of Israel about the king they want?

What he will claim as his rights and they would become his slaves Signup and view all the answers

What did Samuel tell the people that the king would do with their sons?

He would take them and make them serve with his chariots and horses Signup and view all the answers

Where did Samuel tell the people the king would make their sons run?

In front of his chariots Signup and view all the answers

What did Samuel tell the people the king would do with their daughters?

Take them to be perfumers, cooks, and bakers Signup and view all the answers

What did Samuel tell the people the king would do with their fields, vineyards, and olive groves?

Take them and give them to his officials and attendants Signup and view all the answers

What did Samuel tell the people the king would do with their grain and vintage?

Take a tenth of it Signup and view all the answers

What did Samuel say the Lord would do when Israel cried out to Him because of what their king was doing to them?

He would not answer them Signup and view all the answers

When Samuel told the Lord that the people still wanted a king after he warned them, what did the Lord tell him to do?

Listen to them and appoint a king Signup and view all the answers

Who was guilty of turning aside after dishonest gain, accepting bribes, and perverting justice?

Samuel's sons Signup and view all the answers

Who said to Samuel, '...they have rejected me as their king?'

The LORD Signup and view all the answers

Why did the Israelites continue to ask for a king to rule them despite Samuel's warnings?

So they could be like other nations Signup and view all the answers

What actions did the Israelites believe a king would do on their behalf?

Fight their battles Signup and view all the answers

After Samuel repeated the Israelites' arguments for appointing a king to the LORD, what did the LORD tell Samuel to do?

Listen to them and give them a king Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Leadership Transitions in Israel

Samuel appointed his sons as leaders in Israel upon growing old.
Joel and Abijah were Samuel's two sons, serving as judges in Beersheba.

Request for Monarchy

The elders of Israel gathered in Ramah to meet Samuel and requested a king to lead them.
Their request displeased Samuel, prompting him to pray to the Lord for guidance.

Divine Response to the King Request

God instructed Samuel to listen to the people's request, revealing their rejection of Him as their king.
The Israelites had been rejecting God since their exodus from Egypt, showing a long-standing discontent with divine leadership.

Warnings about Earthly Kings

Samuel was told to warn the elders about the implications of having a king, including potential rights he would claim.
The king would conscript their sons for military service, using them for chariots and horses, and make them run before his chariots.

Impact on Families and Property

The king would take daughters to serve as perfumers, cooks, and bakers.
He would appropriate fields, vineyards, and olive groves, redistributing them to his officials.
A tithe of grain and vintage would be taken from the people.

Consequences of Rejection

God assured Samuel that when the people cried out due to the king's oppressive actions, He would not respond.
Despite warnings, the Israelites persisted in their desire for a monarchy to emulate other nations, believing a king would fight their battles.

Final Instructions

After conveying the people's insistence to God, the Lord commanded Samuel to comply and appoint a king for them.
Samuel's sons were noted as corrupt, being guilty of dishonest gain, bribery, and injustice.

Insights on Israel's Governance

The request for a king marked a significant shift from theocratic rule to monarchic governance in Israel's history.
The desire for a king reflects a broader social aspiration for unity and strength amidst external pressures from surrounding nations.

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Test your knowledge of 1 Samuel Chapter 8 with these flashcards. This quiz covers key details about Samuel, his sons, and their roles as leaders in Israel. Perfect for biblical studies and understanding the transition of leadership in Israel.