1 Samuel Chapters 16-18 Flashcards

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To whom did the Lord send Samuel with his horn of oil?

Jesse the Bethlehemite

Why did the Lord send Samuel to Jesse the Bethlehemite?

God was to provide Himself with a king from among his sons.

Why was Samuel afraid to go to see Jesse?

Saul would hear of it and kill him.

What was Samuel to invite Jesse to do with him?

sacrifice to the Lord. Signup and view all the answers

What question did the people ask Samuel because they were afraid?

Do you come peaceably? Signup and view all the answers

What did Samuel invite Jesse and his sons to do when he came to Bethlehem?

sacrifice. Signup and view all the answers

Which son of Jesse did Samuel see first?

Eliab. Signup and view all the answers

Fill in the blanks: 'For the Lord does not see as man sees; for man looks at the _ appearance, but the Lord looks at the _.'.

outward, heart. Signup and view all the answers

How many of Jesse's sons did Samuel see that the Lord rejected?

seven. Signup and view all the answers

Who was missing when Samuel asked if he had seen all of Jesse's sons?

the youngest (David). Signup and view all the answers

How did Jesse's youngest son appear to Samuel?

ruddy, with bright eyes and good-looking. Signup and view all the answers

With what did Samuel anoint Jesse's youngest son, David?

oil. Signup and view all the answers

What did Saul's servant suggest to soothe Saul's distressing spirit?

a skillful player of the harp. Signup and view all the answers

Who did the servants recommend to Saul when he asked for a man who played well?

a son of Jesse the Bethlehemite. Signup and view all the answers

How is David described to Saul when he asked for a harp player?

skillful in playing, mighty man of valor, man of war, prudent in speech, handsome and the Lord is with him. Signup and view all the answers

What gifts did Jesse send with David to Saul?

a donkey loaded with bread, a skin of wine, and a young goat. Signup and view all the answers

Saul liked David so much he made David his armorbearer.

False Signup and view all the answers

When would David play his harp for Saul?

whenever the spirit from God was upon Saul and made him distressed. Signup and view all the answers

When the Philistines were gathered for battle in Ephes Dammim, where were the Israelites?

Encamped in the Valley of Elah. Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the man who was 6 cubits and a span tall?

Goliath from Gath. Signup and view all the answers

How was Goliath dressed?

a bronze helmet, a coat of mail, bronze armor on his legs, a javelin and a staff with an iron spearhead. Signup and view all the answers

To what was Goliath's spear likened?

a weaver's beam. Signup and view all the answers

What bargain did Goliath want to make with the Israelites?

to fight one man and the losing side would be the servants of the other side. Signup and view all the answers

When the Israelite army heard Goliath's challenge they were dismayed and greatly afraid.

False Signup and view all the answers

Who was David's father?

Jesse. Signup and view all the answers

Which of David's seven brothers were with Saul when Goliath challenged the Israelite army?

Eliab, Abinadab and Shammah. Signup and view all the answers

Where was David when Goliath challenged the Israelite army?

feeding his father's sheep at Bethlehem. Signup and view all the answers

For how many days did Goliath challenge the Israelite army?

40 days. Signup and view all the answers

What was Jesse's instruction to David when he sent him to see his brothers?

take food (grain, bread, and other provisions). Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Anointing of David

God directed Samuel to anoint a new king from Jesse's sons in Bethlehem while mourning Saul's rejection.
Samuel expressed fear of Saul's reaction, worried he would be killed for anointing another king.
Samuel invited Jesse and his sons for a sacrifice to the Lord, presenting a peaceful approach.

Selection of David

Samuel observed Jesse's sons; the first son, Eliab, was initially considered, but God rejected him.
Key principle revealed: "For the Lord does not see as man sees; man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart."
Seven of Jesse's sons were presented to Samuel, all of whom were rejected; David, the youngest, was tending sheep at that time.

David's Characteristics

David stood out with a ruddy appearance, bright eyes, and was handsome, leading to his anointing with oil by Samuel.
Samuel sought a skilled harp player to soothe Saul, leading to David's recommendation by Saul's servant.

David's Role in Saul's Court

David became known for his skill in music, valor, and intelligence, and was acknowledged as being with the Lord.
Jesse sent David to Saul with gifts when he was requested to serve in the royal court.
David became Saul's armor-bearer, indicating a close relationship with the king and trust in his abilities.

Conflict with the Philistines

The Philistine army, led by Goliath, challenged Israel for 40 days, striking fear in the Israelite camp.
Goliath was described as a giant, standing at six cubits and a span, heavily armored with a bronze helmet and mail.
He proposed a single combat challenge, promising that the losing side would serve the other.

David's Family Background

David was the youngest son of Jesse, with three of his brothers present with Saul during Goliath's challenge.
While his brothers faced the Philistines, David stayed in Bethlehem to care for the sheep.

Key Events Leading to David's Fight with Goliath

Goliath's ongoing taunts caused widespread fear among the Israelite army, demonstrating the significant psychological impact of fear in warfare.
Jesse sent David to check on his brothers and bring food, inadvertently setting the stage for David's confrontation with Goliath.

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Test your knowledge of 1 Samuel Chapters 16-18 with these flashcards. Explore key figures, events, and themes as you learn about God's selection of a new king and the relationship between Samuel, Saul, and David. Ideal for students and enthusiasts of biblical studies.