Bible Dictionary
Samuel, Books of
The Books of Samuel record the lives and reigns of Samuel, Saul, and David, tracing Israel’s transition from the period of the judges to a united kingdom under David. In the Hebrew canon they were originally one book.
Biblical Usage
The books present Israel’s history as developing under divine guidance. They recount Samuel’s prophetic leadership, Saul’s reign and rejection, David’s rise and reign, and the establishment of Israel’s monarchy.
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