King Saul and the Rise of David

1 Samuel 15–31 (selections)

Biblical Period

The Rejection of Saul

Chapter 15

1Samuel said to Saul, “I am the one the Lord sent to anoint you king over His people Israel. Therefore, listen to the Lord’s command!

2“Thus said the Lord of Hosts: I am exacting the penalty for what Amalek did to Israel, for the assault he made upon them on the road, on their way up from Egypt. 3Now go, attack…
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