THE MONARCHY OF ISRAEL
1 &2 Samuel and 1&2 Kings – The HISTORICAL
BOOKS
These books include religious truths
within historical frameworks.
Styles
 Oracle- consists of words of wisdom or advice given
by God through a spokesperson.
 Poetry- many of the psalms are attributed to King
David ( a musician and poet.) The psalms have
parallel structure and rhythm.
 Parallel
structure- a numbered verse has several parts
that continue, contrast or overlap each other.
 Rhythm – is based mostly in part on the syllables in a
line and stresses on words.
The Iron Age – the Philistines mastered
the technology of new tools & weapons
The control of metal
gave the Philistines
economic advantage
over the Israelites.
The Israelites knew they
Needed to build a strong
Nation and were persistent
In creating a monarchy.
They sought a king.
KING SAUL
KING DAVID
KING SOLOMON
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Monarchy- rule by a single head of state
Dynasty- a succession of rulers in the same family
line, frequently father to son.
The prophets spoke of a King or successor to David
who would be the Messiah.
Tracing the Davidic line (descendants of David)
became important to establish a messiah’s
authenticity and authority.
KING SAUL
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His reign was short and unsuccessful
Bothered by “evil spirits” and comforted by David.
Died after being wounded in a battle with the
Philistines.
Considered a tragic figure in the history of Israel.
KING DAVID
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David's first and foremost drive is to have a relationship
with God. We get the glimpse of the beauty of his soul
when we read the Psalms, most of which he wrote. \
Who doesn't know:
The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want ... (Psalm 23)
The Lord is my light and my salvation, whom should I fear
... (Psalm 27)
I lift my eyes to the mountains ― from where will my help
come? My help comes from the Lord, Maker of heaven
and earth ... (Psalm 121)
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From David will come all the future kings of Judah
and ultimately, at the end of history, the Messiah.
(Jesus)
David is responsible for making Jerusalem the
capital of Israel.
King David is determined to build a “Temple of
God”.
King David is married to Bathsheba who becomes
the mother of Solomon.
KING SOLOMON
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Son of David and Bathsheba.
Early in his career King Solomon prayed for
discernment between good and evil. This brought him
to be in favor with God.
The Song of Solomon ( Song of Songs)
Book of Wisdom ( Wisdom of Solomon)
Ecclesiastes
Proverbs
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All associated with Solomon, though he was probably not the
author.