Questions and Answers
Who was Saul's father (1 Sam 9:1)?
What tribe was Saul from (1 Sam 9:1)?
What was first noted as unique about Saul (1 Sam 9:2)?
What mission did Saul's father Kish send him on prior to his anointing as king (1 Sam 9:3)?
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Besides Benjamin, in what tribal area did Saul search for his father's donkeys (1 Sam 9:4)?
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Why did Saul in the district of Zuph turn to go back without having found his father's donkeys (1 Sam 9:5)?
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When Saul was ready to turn back from looking for his father's donkeys, what did his servant suggest (1 Sam 9:6)?
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What did Saul's servant know about the 'man of God' that he recommended they consult concerning the way they should go to find the donkeys (1 Sam 9:6)?
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What was Saul's concern about going to the man of God to consult him about the donkeys (1 Sam 9:7)?
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What did Saul and the servant determine to give to the man of God to find out about their donkeys (1 Sam 9:8)?
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The narrator of the text says that what in their day they called a 'prophet' used to be called a _______ (1 Sam 9:9).
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The 'seer' in Saul's day was called a _______ in the days in which the narrator was actually writing 1 Samuel (1 Sam 9:9).
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In going to meet the seer, who did Saul and his servant meet going up the hill (1 Sam 9:11)?
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What did the girls tell Saul and his servant about the seer (1 Sam 9:12)?
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The girls talking to Saul and his servant told him the townspeople would not do what before the seer arrived (1 Sam 9:13)?
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Study Notes
Saul's Background and Early Mission
- Saul's father was Kish, from the tribe of Benjamin.
- Saul was noted for his physical stature, being a head taller than anyone else in Israel.
- Kish sent Saul on a mission to find his lost donkeys.
Search for the Donkeys
- Saul searched in the tribal area of Ephraim as well as Benjamin for the donkeys.
- Concerned for his father's worry, Saul contemplated returning home without finding them.
- Saul's servant suggested consulting a man of God for guidance on where to search next.
Consultation with the Man of God
- The servant believed that the man of God, referred to as a "seer," had a proven track record of accuracy in his prophecies.
- Saul hesitated to approach the seer due to the lack of a gift to offer him.
- The servant had a quarter shekel of silver to present to the seer.
Terminology and Cultural Practices
- The term "seer" was used in Saul's time, while "prophet" was the designation in the time of the writer.
- A "seer" was essential for the community's decisions, as they would seek approval before commencing significant activities such as meals or sacrifices.
Meeting the Seer
- On their journey, Saul and the servant encountered girls going to draw water, who informed them of the seer's arrival for a sacrifice at a high place.
- The townspeople refrained from eating until the seer had arrived to bless the sacrifice.
Importance of the Seer
- The seer's role was vital, as he would bless offerings and serve as an intermediary between the people and God, highlighting the significance of divine guidance in decision-making processes.
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Description
This quiz explores the early life of Saul, focusing on his background, the mission to find his father's lost donkeys, and his consultation with a man of God, known as a 'seer.' Participants will learn about the cultural terms and practices of that time period, enhancing their understanding of the biblical narrative.
