The First Book of Samuel
1 Samuel details Israel’s transition from a tribal confederation to a monarchy. Samuel, the last judge, anoints Saul as Israel’s first king, but Saul’s disobedience leads to his rejection. David, a shepherd, rises to prominence after defeating Goliath.
The book explores themes of leadership, divine authority, and human flaws in governance.
The book explores themes of leadership, divine authority, and human flaws in governance.
Chapters 31
1 Samuel 128 verses• 4 min1 Samuel 236 verses• 6 min1 Samuel 321 verses• 3 min1 Samuel 422 verses• 4 min1 Samuel 512 verses• 2 min1 Samuel 621 verses• 4 min1 Samuel 717 verses• 3 min1 Samuel 822 verses• 3 min1 Samuel 927 verses• 5 min1 Samuel 1027 verses• 5 min1 Samuel 1115 verses• 2 min1 Samuel 1225 verses• 4 min1 Samuel 1323 verses• 4 min1 Samuel 1452 verses• 9 min1 Samuel 1535 verses1 Samuel 1623 verses• 4 min1 Samuel 1758 verses• 10 min1 Samuel 1830 verses• 4 min1 Samuel 1924 verses• 4 min1 Samuel 2042 verses• 7 min1 Samuel 2115 verses• 2 min1 Samuel 2223 verses• 4 min1 Samuel 2329 verses• 5 min1 Samuel 2422 verses• 4 min1 Samuel 2544 verses• 8 min1 Samuel 2625 verses• 5 min1 Samuel 2712 verses• 2 min1 Samuel 2825 verses• 5 min1 Samuel 2911 verses• 2 min1 Samuel 3031 verses• 5 min1 Samuel 3113 verses• 2 min