1 and 2 Samuel

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The books of 1 and 2 Samuel tell the historical story of the Israelites. They include the stories of Hannah, Samuel, Saul and David. 

Hannah's Prayer
1 Samuel 2:1-10

The Lord calls Samuel
1 Samuel 3:1-10

Samuel anoints David
1 Samuel 16

David
​1 Samuel 16:14 onwards

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Leaders

BibleProject overview on the book of 1 Samuel, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. In 1 Samuel, God reluctantly raises up kings to rule the Israelites. The first is a failure, and the second, David, is a faithful replacement.

The BibleProject poster of the books of Samuel