1 Samuel Chapter 13 Flashcards

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How long had Saul reigned as king when he gathered men in Michmash?

2 years

How many men did Saul choose for himself after he had reigned 2 years over Israel?

3,000

How many men were with Saul in Michmash and the mountains of Bethel?

2,000

Where were Saul and his 2,000 men?

Michmash and mountains of Bethel Signup and view all the answers

How many men were with Jonathan?

1,000 Signup and view all the answers

Where were Jonathan and his 1,000 men?

Gibeah of Benjamin Signup and view all the answers

Where were the rest of the men not chosen by Saul sent?

to his tent Signup and view all the answers

Who did Jonathan attack in Geba?

the garrison of the Philistines Signup and view all the answers

What did Saul do throughout all the land?

blew a trumpet Signup and view all the answers

What did Saul shout when he blew the trumpet?

Let the Hebrews hear! Signup and view all the answers

When the people heard that they had become an abomination to the Philistines, where did they gather to Saul?

Gilgal Signup and view all the answers

How many Philistines gathered together to fight with Israel?

30,000 chariots & 6,000 horsemen Signup and view all the answers

How were the number of Philistines described that gathered to fight against Israel?

as the sand, which is on the seashore in multitude Signup and view all the answers

What did the people of Israel do when they saw they were in danger?

hid in caves, thickets, rocks, holes, and pits Signup and view all the answers

What did some of the Hebrews cross because they were in danger?

the Jordan Signup and view all the answers

What land did the men of Israel enter when they crossed the Jordan?

Gad and Gilead Signup and view all the answers

How did those with Saul follow him?

trembling Signup and view all the answers

How long was Saul to wait for Samuel to come to Gilgal?

7 days Signup and view all the answers

When Samuel did not come to Gilgal in the allotted time, what did the people do?

scattered from Saul Signup and view all the answers

Who set the time for Saul to wait for Samuel in Gilgal?

Samuel Signup and view all the answers

When did Samuel appear in Gilgal?

as soon as Saul had finished presenting the burnt offering Signup and view all the answers

What foolish thing did Saul do while waiting for Samuel?

made supplication to the Lord and offered the burnt offering himself Signup and view all the answers

Why did Samuel tell Saul he had acted foolishly?

He had not kept the commandment of the Lord. Signup and view all the answers

What did Samuel tell Saul the Lord would not do because he did not keep His commandment?

establish Saul's kingdom over Israel forever Signup and view all the answers

Who has the Lord sought to be commander over His people?

a man after His own heart Signup and view all the answers

How many men were left with Saul after Samuel left Gilgal to Gibeah?

600 Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of Saul's son?

Jonathan Signup and view all the answers

How many companies came out of the camp of the Philistines?

three Signup and view all the answers

What could not be found in all the land of Israel because of the Philistines?

blacksmiths Signup and view all the answers

Why were there no blacksmiths in all the land?

lest the Hebrews make swords or spears Signup and view all the answers

Where did the Israelites go to sharpen their plowshare, mattock, ax, and sickle?

to the Philistines Signup and view all the answers

What did the Philistines charge for sharpening?

a pim Signup and view all the answers

Who were the only ones who had a sword or spear on the day of the battle?

Saul & Jonathan Signup and view all the answers

Where did the garrison of the Philistines go out to?

the pass of Michmash Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Saul's Reign and Military Context

Saul reigned over Israel for 2 years before gathering men in Michmash.
He chose 3,000 men; 2,000 were stationed in Michmash and the mountains of Bethel, and 1,000 with Jonathan in Gibeah of Benjamin.
The remaining men were sent back to his tent.

Jonathan's Attack and Initial Consequences

Jonathan attacked the Philistine garrison in Geba, leading to heightened tensions.
Saul blew a trumpet throughout the land, proclaiming "Let the Hebrews hear!" to rally support.
The news of Jonathan's actions led to a dread among the Philistines, causing them to gather a massive force of 30,000 chariots and 6,000 horsemen.

Israel's Response to the Philistine Threat

Faced with the overwhelming Philistine numbers, Israelites fled and hid in various locations (caves, thickets, rocks).
Some crossed the Jordan River, entering the territories of Gad and Gilead, due to fear.
Those that remained with Saul followed him trembling.

Saul's Disobedience and Consequences

Saul was instructed to wait 7 days for Samuel in Gilgal. When Samuel did not arrive, fear led the people to scatter.
In a rash decision, Saul performed a burnt offering, an act reserved for Samuel, demonstrating a lack of faith.
Samuel arrived immediately after Saul completed the offering and rebuked him for not keeping God's commandment.

God's Judgment and Saul's Kingdom

Samuel conveyed that due to Saul's actions, God would not establish his kingdom over Israel forever.
The Lord sought a man after His own heart to lead the people, foreshadowing David's eventual rise to power.
After the encounter, only 600 men remained loyal to Saul.

Philistine Dominance and Israelite Disadvantages

The Philistines had a significant military presence, dividing into three companies to explore various routes.
Due to Philistine control, Israel lacked blacksmiths to forge weapons, severely limiting their military capability.
Israelites had to go to the Philistines for tool sharpening, facing charges for services, making them dependent and weak.

Weaponry and the Start of Conflict

On the day of battle, only Saul and Jonathan possessed swords or spears, highlighting a significant disadvantage for Israel.
Philistine garrison movements were concentrated around the pass of Michmash, setting the stage for future confrontations.

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