An introduction to the book of first samuel an argument of the book of first samuel j. The name of the book comes from the first important person in this book. Click the bible to visit the new being developed more resources, better tools and easier navigation. This book, and that which follows it, bear the name of samuel in the title, not because he was the penman of them except of so much of them as fell within his own time, to the twentyfifth chapter of the first book, in which we have an account of his death, but because the first book begins with a large account of him, his birth and childhood. Samuel is the third book in the neviim prophets, the second section in the hebrew bible. See all of our coronavirus resources here toggle navigation. Its three main characters, samuel the prophet, saul, and david are among the most powerful people in the bible, yet their lives were scarred by farreaching mistakes. Together, 1 and 2 samuel form one book in the hebrew bible. Listen to chuck swindoll s overview of second samuel in his audio message from the classic series gods masterwork. The theology of grace the unmerited favor, unfailing love, free gift and enabling power of father god in the name of our lord, savior and king jesus christ via the holy ghost. Verses 1 8 we have here an account of the state of the family into which samuel the prophet was born. Originally the two books of samuel formed o n e historical book. As we noted in the previous chapter, 1 and 2 samuel form one book in the hebrew bible. This passage has its roots in the book of judgesin the chaotic time when there was no king in israel.
The book of samuel is a theological history of the israelites affirming and explaining god\s law for israel under the guidance of the prophets. The eclipsing of the glory of the ark, by its privacy in kirjathjearim for many years, 1 samuel 7. Series students can learn quite a bit, as can the average reader. The book of 1 samuel can be neatly divided into two sections. The book of samuel, or 1 samuel and 2 samuel, form part of the narrative history of israel in the neviim or prophets section of the hebrew bibleold testament, called the deuteronomistic history, a series of books joshua, judges, samuel and kings that constitute a theological history of the israelites and aim to explain gods law for israel under the guidance of the prophets. Study 1 samuel using matthew henry bible commentary complete to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Gods opposition to the proud, exultation of the humble, faithfulness in spite of evil, and the promise of a messianic king. Steinmanns commentary offers readers facing such challenges a helpful guide and resource. While the people cry for a king, hannah cries for a child. The best intermediateadvanced level commentary on the first book of samuel is now the commentary by david tsumura in the nicot series. The book also marks the transition from priests to prophets as. On the one hand, 1 samuel directly follows judges in the hebrew bible, thus linking this book with the latter in terms of canonical arrangement.
Never did time seem more hopeless than when samuel arose. The author educate with precision, excitement and life examples. Watch our overview video on the book of 1 samuel, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Davis commentaries on joshua and judges set a standard for readable, insightful, introductory level commentaries on the historical books of the old testament.
A poem near the start of the book reveals the books key themes. Mar 17, 2016 watch our overview video on the book of 1 samuel, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. His ancestor zuph was an ephrathite, that is, of bethlehemjudah, which was called. Read 1 samuel commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Read the books of samuel in hebrew and english on sefaria. A selection of the best commentaries and bible study resources on the book of 1 samuel. The greek translation of the bible, the septuagint, was the first version to divide the material into two parts. Jul 22, 20 god raises up david to be king of israel 1 sa 1620.
The old testament book of 1 samuel is a record of triumph and tragedy. Study guide for 1 samuel 1 by david guzik blue letter bible. Gods prophet, priest, and judge, chapters 1 8 chapter 1 this first book of samuel opens with a cry of a godly woman. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of 1 samuel. The pulpit commentary gives an excellent and helpful general introduction to the book of first samuel, from which we glean the following. The appearing of the glory of samuel in his public services for the good of israel, to whom he was raised up to be a judge, and he was the last that bore that character. Book of second samuel overview insight for living ministries. Up until this point in biblical history, the israelites have not had a king.
This appears to be a story only about a childless woman who brings her problem to the lord and finds help. Book of first samuel overview insight for living ministries. But the books of 1 and 2 samuel, where they are recorded, are among the most difficult books in the bible. These twelve studies examine the biblical events depicted in the book of 1 samuel. God raises up david to be king of israel 1 sa 1620. The book also marks the transition from priests to prophets as the central figure of gods dealing with israel. In 1 samuel, god reluctantly raises up kings to rule the israelites. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading 1 and 2 samuel the niv application commentary book 19.
Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. After this is the story of the ark, which brings about samuel \s anointing. Study the bible online using commentary on 1 samuel 1 and. The book of 1 samuel poses numerous challenges for readers, concerning, e. It was the translators of the septuagint greek translation of the ot at about 200 bc who separated the book into two parts. Youll get to know samuels mother, hannah, and learn why the young boy was brought up by a priest in the. The historical books a good introduction to and overview of the historical books of the old testament joshua, judgesruth, 1 and 2 samuel, 1 and 2 kings, 1 and 2 chronicles, ezra, nehemiah, esther other resources.
Introduction to book of 1 samuel, israels first king. After being raised by the priest eli in temple, samuel becomes gods number one prophet. The book starts with the miraculous birth of samuel in answer to his mothers earnest prayer. The story of samuel begins with, funnily enough, the birth of samuel. Book of 1 samuel matthew henry bible commentary complete. This summary of the book of 1 samuel provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of 1 samuel. This book, and that which follows it, bear the name of samuel in the title, not because he was the penman of them except of so much of them as fell within his own time, to the twentyfifth chapter of the first book, in which we have an account of his death, but because the first book begins with a large account of him, his birth and childhood, his life and government. Kleins commentary on 1 samuel in the word biblical commentary series provides an excellent discussion of the specific passages of the book and includes a great deal of interesting detail regarding the recorded events and the geographical and cultural setting. Finally, youll meet sauls successor, david, who stood in marked contrast to his predecessor.
The single volume of samuel was divided into two by the translators of the greek old testament, the septuagint, who viewed samuel and kings. Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. When woman takes her exalted place, god builds her a throne. Verses 18 we have here an account of the state of the family into which samuel the prophet was born. It outlines the change from the theocracy established under moses to the monarchy begun under king saul. The book of 1 samuel establishes the principle that obedience to the word of god is the necessary condition for a king to be acceptable to the. About the book of 1 samuel its author, date and purpose. Although they are separate books in modern bibles, the books of 1 samuel and 2 samuel were originally one book. Listen to chuck swindoll s overview of first samuel in his audio message from the classic series gods masterwork. The hebrew text is widely considered corrupt and sometimes even unintelligible. The septuagint, the greek version of the bible, first divided these books into two parts. David and goliath, the call of samuel, the witch of endor, david and bathsheba, such biblical stories are well known.
Bobdeffinbaugh graduated from dallas theological seminary with his th. Read 1 samuel 1 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. The birth of samuel takes place during the time of anarchy reflected. The calling of samuel 1 samuel bible commentary produced by tow project from the closing words of the book of judges and the opening chapters of 1 samuel we know that the israelites are both leaderless and disconnected from god. Book of 1 samuel matthew henrys bible commentary concise. Best commentaries and books on 1 samuel logos bible software. They were not divided into two books until the old testament was translated into greek. You will become acquainted with the high priest eli, and his two wicked sons, hophni and phinehas. Bob is a pastorteacher and elder at community bible chapel in richardson, texas, and has contributed many of his bible study series for use by the foundation. In english bibles, the book is usually divided into first and second samuel, but in jewish tradition, samuel is one book. The book of 2 samuel records the life of david as king. You can find the best commentary on 12 samuel for you using the tools on the right side. Though named after its main character, the prophet.
Someone separated it into these two parts in order to make it more convenient to copy. Study 1 samuel using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. His fathers name was elkanah, a levite, and of the family of the kohathites the most honourable house of that tribe as appears, 1 chr. Engage with samuel, saul, and david in the book of 1. Study the bible online using commentary on 1 samuel and more. The books of samuel were originally one book in the hebrew canon.
Firth is tutor in old testament at trinity college, bristol. The social and religious customs are strange and seem to diverge from the. This i found to be an enjoyable devotional commentary on the book of 1 samuel. Many years later, men translated the bible into the greek language the language of the new testament. Through it all, you will learn some precious truths about the character of god, and see his great faithfulness in keeping his promises. The birth of samuel 1 and 2 samuel form one book in the ancient hebrew manuscripts.
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