Questions and Answers
When the Philistines fought in Saul's final battle, where did many Israelites fall slain?
The Philistines killed all of the following of Saul's sons EXCEPT?
When the Philistines attacked Saul, how was he critically wounded?
Who did Saul ask to kill him?
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Why did Saul ask his armor-bearer to kill him?
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Who killed Saul?
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How did Saul kill himself?
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After Saul's defeat, what cities did the Philistines gain control of and occupy?
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Where did Saul and his sons die?
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The Philistines did all of the following when they found Saul dead EXCEPT?
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On what city wall was the body of Saul hung?
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In what temple did the Philistines put Saul's armor?
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The men of what city rescued the body of Saul from being hung on a city wall?
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What did the men of Jabesh Gilead do once they had retrieved the bodies of Saul and his sons?
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Where were Saul's bones buried?
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After the men of Jabesh Gilead buried the bones of Saul and his sons, what did they do for seven days?
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Study Notes
Saul's Final Battle
- The Philistines fought against Israel at Mount Gilboa, resulting in the deaths of many Israelites.
- Saul's sons, excluding Ishbosheth, were killed in the battle.
- Saul was critically wounded by arrows shot by the Philistines.
Saul's Demise
- Seeking to avoid potential abuse by the Philistines, Saul asked his armor-bearer to kill him.
- The armor-bearer refused, leading Saul to take his own life by falling on his sword.
Aftermath of the Battle
- Following Saul's defeat, the Philistines occupied the towns of the valley and areas across the Jordan.
- Saul and his sons died at Mount Gilboa, where their bodies were later found.
Philistines' Actions
- The Philistines cut off Saul's head, stripped him of armor, and hung his body on the wall of Beth Shan.
- Saul's armor was placed in the temple of Ashtoreths as a display of victory.
Retrieval of Saul's Body
- The men of Jabesh Gilead rescued Saul’s and his sons’ bodies from the city wall.
- To honor them, the men of Jabesh Gilead burned the bodies and then buried the bones under a tamarisk tree.
Mourning
- After the burial, the men of Jabesh Gilead observed a period of fasting for seven days in mourning for Saul and his sons.
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Explore the tragic events surrounding Saul's final battle against the Philistines at Mount Gilboa. This quiz covers Saul's death, the fate of his sons, and the aftermath following the battle, highlighting the actions taken by the Philistines. Test your knowledge on this significant biblical narrative.
