It is hard to find a single mistake that Samuel made. Professor Moulton brings to this work unusual gifts and experience as scholar, teacher, and writer; genuine literary feeling which has been cultivated by close study. They wondered why God had deserted them. 8:214). The Masoretic text will be assumed to represent the original text unless there is a grammatical or contextual impossibility. After ruling for a while, Saul was rejected by the Lord in favor of David (chs. God's patience and His wrath.''. 1 Samuel22 What was the Cave of Adullam? Sauls disobedience resulted in the Lords judgment, and he was rejected as king over Israel (1 Sam. In this volume, Presbyterian minister Charles S. Robinson draws out 29 lessons from the two books that follow the lives of Samuel, Saul, David, and Solomonfour leaders whose lives were so individual and yet in many respects so alike. According to Robinson, whoever understands those men will have attained a knowledge of human nature which will prove valuable to him as a citizen and a Christian., Lectures on the Life of Samuel: Preached in the Parish of Warminster, Wilts, during Lent, A.D. 1834 byWilliam Dalby. 1 Samuel1:8-22 Did A Mother Name Her Son Samuel? The student Bible : New International Version, Hebrew-Greek key word study Bible : New international version, Key word commentary : thoughts on every chapter of the BiblebyWater, Mark, Eerdmans' family encyclopedia of the Bible(1978) 344 pages, Eerdmans' handbook to the Bible(1983) 688 pages, Tyndale handbook of Bible charts & mapsbyWilson, Neil, Bible handbook and A-Z bible encyclopedia, International children's Bible field guide : answering kids' questions from Genesis to RevelationbyRichards, Larry. Jewish tradition ascribed the writing of Samuel to Samuel himself or to Samuel, Nathan, and Gad (based on 1 Chr. Read Judges 21:19-21. 12:2931), along with other nations that surrounded Israel (2 Sam. A NavPress Bible study on the book of 1 Samuel55 ratings. We have not been a better introduction . 2 Thessalonians That the author wrote after the division of the kingdom between Israel and Judah in 931 B.C. Same size box, less soap. David was anointed as king long before he was recognized. The Old Testament The Ammonites were descendants of Lot (Gen. 19:38) who lived on the Transjordan Plateau. And, no, it is usually not a moral lesson. and the composite character of the book is clearly brought out both in the commentary proper and in the brief but well-written Introduction. Conservative, Millennial. Editors (2017). Geneste died on July 27, 1860. . For homiletical purposes these volumes are so many hills of gold, but, alas, there is dross also, for Baptismal Regeneration and other grave errors occur.We are very far from endorsing all Zcklers remarks." Richard G. Moulton(18491924) was professor of English literature at the University of Chicago. - for the time would fail me to tell of Gideon and Samuel and the prophets" - (Heb 11:32). They look primarily at Samuel (ca. Samuel and His Age: A Study in the Constitutional History of Israel byGeorge C. M. Douglas, 1901. 20:7; 21:11) and between 15 to 35 mi. He concludes that God caused Samuel himself to appear. But somehow they were attracted to David [cp. Not only was Israel defeated in the battle with the Philistines, but that heathen people also killed the two sons of Eli and captured the ark. The author comments a lot on the Hebrew text as to exegesis, word study, dealing with problems, etc. Seminarians and pastors will find Klein's translation helpful, his research impeccable; but his explanation of the theme of 1 Samuel is lacking. But Samuel cannot be the writer because his death is recorded in 1 Sam. First Samuel is really a continuation of the book of Judges, with Ruth as a parenthesis. Samuel held the honor of being the last of the judges (1 Sam 7:6, 1517) and the first of the new order of prophets (1 Sam 3:20; Acts 3:24; 13:20). No doubt about it, Jesus Christ will reign! In the Shepherd Psalm, David surely describes his own care of the sheep. 1 Samuel; Principle #40; 1 Sam. The power of the Holy Spirit brought forth prophecy (1 Sam. This lad, who was destined to be Israel's greatest king, spent his youth in his father's fields. DAVID AND JONATHAN. 15:29 Zadok and Abiathar carry the ark back to Jerusalem, 1 Samuel 19:11 Davids house surrounded -- Psalm 59:1-17, 1 Samuel 21:1011 David seized by Achish -- Psalm 56:1-13, 1 Samuel 21:1222:1 David escapes from Achish (called Abimelech inPsalm 34title) -- Psalm 34:1-22, 1 Samuel 22:1(possibly 1Sa 24:3) David in cave -- Psalm 57:1-11; Psalm 142:1-7, 1 Samuel 22:919 Doeg the Edomite -- Psalm 52:1-9, 1 Samuel 23:1415(possibly)Desert of Judah -- Psalm 63:1-11, 1 Samuel 23:19 David betrayed by Ziphites -- Psalm 54:1-7, 2 Samuel 8:114 Victory over Transjordan -- Psalm 60:1-12, 2 Samuel 1112 Against house of Uriah -- Psalm 51:1-19, 2 Samuel 1517 Absaloms revolt -- Psalm 3:1-8, 2 Samuel 1517(possibly)Desert of Judah -- Psalm 63:1-11, 2 Samuel Victory over all enemies -- Psalm 18:1-50, Judgment Begins at the House of God1 Samuel 2:1136, Arkeological Discoveries1 Samuel 5:17:1, CovenantAccusing and Assuring1 Samuel 12:1-25, Glory to God in the Highest and on EarthThud!1 Samuel 17:1-58, The Shadow of the Almighty1 Samuel 18:1-9:24, How Do You Spell Security?1 Samuel 20:1-42, Even Now Many Antichrists Have Come1 Samuel 22:623, This Is the Day! Sermons on 1 Samuel Jeremiah According to U.S. News & World Report, some manufacturers are selling us the same size packages we are accustomed to, but they are putting less of the product in the box. In the introduction to the first volume, the author reminds us that the purpose of telling a story is to make it come alive for the hearer, but also warns us about letting the main point get lost in details. An annual $50 or monthly $5 subscription (click here) is required to view the entire article but will give you access to literally thousands of conservative articles. The books of Samuel contain no clear indication of the date of composition. He was head and shoulders above other men. Therefore the inclusion of specific links does not indicate that we agree with every comment. Perhaps this renewed action on their part was due to the death of Samson. Meyer was well known for his friendship withDwight L. Moody, as well as authoring over forty titles. Finally, note that 1 Chronicles 1-9 is not identified on the timeline because these chapters are records of genealogy. In spite of this, preachers will find these chapters clearly outlined and their contents ably articulated. 16:6-13 ). Sometimes he overdoes things, as in seeing Hittites and confederates as depicting The evil habits of the old past (p. 12). 1 Samuel, Click here for the devotionals listed below, EXPOSITOR'S BIBLE COMMENTARY The New Testament in the resource materials are not necessarily affirmed, in total, by this ministry. GenesisExodusLeviticusNumbersDeuteronomyJoshuaJudgesRuth1 Samuel2 Samuel1 Kings2 Kings1 Chronicles2 ChroniclesEzraNehemiahEstherJobPsalmsProverbsEcclesiastesSong of SongsIsaiahJeremiahLamentationsEzekielDanielHoseaJoelAmosObadiahJonahMicahNahumHabakkukZephaniahHaggaiZechariahMalachiMatthewMarkLukeJohnActsRomans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians1 Thessalonians2 Thessalonians1 Timothy2 TimothyTitusPhilemonHebrewsJames1 Peter2 Peter1 John2 John3 JohnJudeRevelation, Select an Ending Point Here the hyenas stalk the sheep if they get separated from the shepherd. 1]. . . David conquered the Philistines (2 Sam. He is well-known for his radio program, Grace to You. 5:89 Philistines bring the ark to Gath, 1 Sam. Notes on 2 KingsJames DaviesPublication Date: 1873 Pages: 209 Pages: 161. Calvary Baptist, RICH CATHERS Legend: B.C. See Psalm 23. But he was known as an evangelical Calvinist, and rightly so. 1 Samuel16:1423 What does the Bible say about music? The name Samuel is from a Hebrew word which has been variously translated as: the name of God, his name is God, his name is mighty, or heard of God. Thus, he prefers a time of writing for I & II Samuel sometime during or immediately following Davids lifetime. We are told, ''Wherefore the sin of the young men was very great before the Lord; for men abhorred the offering of the Lord'' (1Sam 2:17). A. C. Hervey(18081894) was educated at Eton College and Trinity College, Cambridge before being ordained. 13:1-14; Self-Justification:We are to take full responsibility for our sinful actions and avoid making excuses to protect ourselves. . 7) What is the identity of Davids seed in 2 Sam. Register. 1 Samuel; Principle #34; 1 Sam. The sanctuary at Shiloh, and Samuels sleeping therein,"Journal of Biblical Literature 19.1 (1900): 29-33, From Philistine to Throne (1 Samuel 16:14-18:16),"Australian Biblical Review34 (1986): 35-41, How Are the Mighty Fallen! The gentle but compelling style adopted by the author takes each event in Davids life, together with the psalms thought to be written at the time, and makes applications helpful to all Christians. Hannah the Matronand David the Afflicted ManinStudies of Character from the Old Testament by Thomas Guthrie, 1872 Free Church of Scotland, King Saul the man after the flesh - Samuel Ridout. 13:14), these conditions were reversed. Wiersbe is alway worth checking for his insights and applications. The ministry of the Holy Spirit in 1 Sam. The faith and the failures of both great and small are viewed in the light of sovereign grace. The Introduction of David (16:117:58), 3. 3] -- his life was one of continual communion. Johnstone also includes relevant map sets and examination questions for further clarification and study. If we remember this, we cannot easily forget the central spiritual message of the book. This resource is absolutely loaded with very nice color pictures and charts. 1 Samuel Commentary Notes, JOHN ELLICOTT Individual instructors or editors may still require the use of URLs. Old Testament Commentary for English Readers 1 Samuel begins with the cry of a mother. In Jonathan we have another picture of Christ, showing the love and friendship of our Heavenly Friend. BOOKS AVAILABLE 8:2, 3). The Gospels 1 Samuel 1:1; 9:4) to the hill country of Judah in the S (Josh. The New Testament God's providential guidance. 10:6, 10; 11:16; 16:13, 14; 19:20, 23; 2 Sam. DAVID IN ADULLAM. 7:1216). Personal Interview with John MacArthur: Selected Scriptures: 6/15/1979: Divorce and Remarriage, Part 2: Matthew 5:31-32: Therefore, obedience to Gods word is of prime importance. Then you can read these more modern resources free of charge! 14 part study on King David from 1 and 2 Samuel, COMMENTARY CRITICAL AND EXPLANATORY Joseph Augustus Millerwas educated at Highbury College before being ordained minister of Queen-Street Chapel in Sheffield. 1 Samuel 1 Samuel; Principle #32; 1 Sam. And others make the highest choice, This article is also available and sold as a booklet. 15:2425 Zadok brings the ark to David, who commands him to carry it back to Jerusalem, 2 Sam. The MacArthur Bible Study series is designed to help you study the Word of God with guidance from widely respected pastor and author John MacArthur. Although David was forgiven for his sin of adultery and murder after his confession (2 Sam. 5) What was the identity of the distressing spirit from the Lord? Comment - Interesting - seems to have a devotional quality. The Life and Reign of David by George Smith, 1867. margin). Such a book will be a distinct acquisition . Meyer's commentary conveys the ramifications of Israel's partiality to obedience of the Lord, and explicitly views this as a period of dispensation for Israel. 1 Samuel; Principle #24; 1 Sam. ", HENRY MORRIS -conservative, literal study notes from a leading creationist commentator, Click here for links to the following maps, David's Rise to Power David in Conquest of Canaan David's Wars of Conquest Kingdom of David and Solomon The United Monarchy under Solomon (1) The United Monarchy under Solomon (2) Solomon's Economic Enterprises Solomon's Building Activities Solomon's Temple Jerusalem in the Time of David and Solomon, The Kingdoms of Israel and Judah (1) The Kingdoms of Israel and Judah (2) The Kingdoms of Israel and Judah (3) The Campaign of Shishak Conflicts between Israel and Aram-Damascus The Omride Dynasty The Golden Ages of the 9th & 8th centuries BCE Phoenician Trade and Civilization Trade Routes throughout the Middle East Travel Routes throughout Palestine Elijah and Elisha The Revolt of Jehu The Rise of Assyria Israel & Judah in the days of Jeroboam II and Uzziah The Assyrian Empire under Tiglath-Pileser III The Syro-Ephraimite War Tiglath-Pileser III's Campaigns Fall of Samaria and Deportation of Israelites The Fall of the Kingdom of Israel Assyrian Districts after the Fall of Samaria Prophets of the 8th Century BCE, Hezekiah's Preparation for Revolt Judah under King Hezekiah Hezekiah's Jerusalem Sennacherib's Campaign against Judah Assyria in the 7th century BCE The Rise of the Neo-Babylonian Empire The Reign of Josiah The Districts of Judah under King Josiah The Golden Age of King Josiah; Nebuchadnezzar's Campaigns against Judah, G CAMPBELL MORGAN - short summaries of each chapter, ALAN REDPATH - excellent insights and application based on his expository studies, JAMES SMITH- rich teachings which includes many related cross references, RUSSELL SMITH - downloads Microsoft Word document, JOHN SCHULTZ - 150 page commentary - Well done, ALEXANDER WHYTE'S Dictionary of Bible Characters in First Samuel, JOHN WHITCOMB AND JOHN J. DAVIS - Borrow - well done chapter summaries, KEITH GREEN - his pithy song on this famous verse, Synchronizes with Thomas Constable's Notes, PHIL NEWTON VI. The Masoretic text will be assumed to represent the original text unless there is a grammatical or contextual impossibility. 931722B.C.) Should Christians be cremated? The little town of Bethlehem is the birthplace alike of David and of his greater Son. Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 1950. ''In them hath He set a tabernacle for the sun; which is as a bridegroom coming out of his chamber, and rejoiceth as a strong man to run a race'' (Psa 19:4,5). (Ed: See caveats regarding Typology - Study of Biblical types). 5:1-7:1;Our Eternal God:Though many of the values in our culture are out of harmony with the biblical values, we are to continue to reflect God's eternal power and glory in all that we do. It is commonly held that 1 and 2 Samuel present the prophets as ecstatic speakers with bizarre behavior just likethe pagan prophets of the other nations. But there was no organised prophetic office. General Epistles David, a heart for God byBriscoe, D. Stuart1 rating, Looking on the heart(Volume 2 - 1 Samuel 15-31) byDavis, Dale RalphA Study of 1 Samuel (21-Part MP3 Series), The First book of SamuelbyTsumura, David Toshio - New International Commentary on the Old Testament30 ratings. The kingdom of Saul was also transitional. As the book of 1 Samuel opens, lawlessness is reaching its height in Israel. Most of the resources below are newer works (written after 1970) which previously were available only for purchase in book form or in a Bible computer program. ", ESV study Bible- Excellent resource but not always literal in eschatology and the nation of Israel6,004 ratings, Believer's Bible Commentary byMacDonald, William (1995) 2480 pages, Dr. John MacArthur, Jr. - "Concise yet comprehensive - the most complete single-volume commentary I have seen. 1 Samuel28:7-20 Did the witch of Endor really summon Samuel from the dead? Each guide provides intriguing examinations of the whole of . 10:17-27;Hero Worship:In our hearts, we are never to allow spiritual leaders to take precedence over God. mile/miles2 the Ammonites (2 Sam. 1 Samuel; Principle #7; 1 Sam. Explanation - The following list includes not only commentaries but other Christian works by well known evangelical writers. He is our Mediator, our Advocate with the Father, and has made us sharers of His throne in glory. TheToronto Globenoted at the time of Robertson's death: No man living knows more about the Canadian Northwest, its resources, its development, its social, moral and religious conditions and necessities., The Books of the Kings of Judah and Israel: A Harmony of the Books of Samuel, Kings, and ChroniclesbyWilliam Day CrockettPublication Date: 1897 Pages: 364. The events recorded in 1 Samuel cover a period of about 115 years from the childhood of Samuel through the turbulent times of Saul to the beginning of the reign of the king whom God choseDavid. 12:23) and David (1 Sam. The volume contains a valuable introduction to the book as a piece of literature, and notes are added when necessary. 6:1217 David brings the ark to Jerusalem, and places it inside the tent he pitched for it, 2 Sam. 8,000 study notes. Sauls killing of the priests at Nob (21:122:23), 2. Stating that the books of First and Second Kings were originally compiled together and should be viewed as a single narrative, James Davies'Notes on 2 Kingsprovides explication of the purpose, composition, authorship, and the reiteration of theocratic themes throughout the text. Lamentations The hidden boundary between 1 Samuel; Principle #25; 1 Sam. Disciple's Study Bible : New international version54 ratingsNot that helpful for verse by verse study. However, 1 and 2 Samuel are included in the Former Prophets in the Hebrew canon, along with Joshua, Judges, and 1 and 2 Kings. 12:2931), along with other nations that surrounded Israel (2 Sam. NIV archaeological Study Bible(2005) 2360 pages950 ratings(See also Archaeology and the Bible - OT and NT), NIV cultural backgrounds study Bible. 1. 2 Peter The notes are always to the point . The Breach between Saul and David, Chapter 16. The ''morning'' of Saul's life was calm and bright. 1 Samuel 17:50-51 We must hew our Agags to pieces! Haggai 1 Samuel 4) How did the Holy Spirit minister before Pentecost? Spurgeon - Baptist minister of Birmingham [England] Sermons of the highest order upon a few incidents in Davids life. There is no such clarity concerning how late the date of writing could be. We either can have God's best or His second best, His directive will or His permissive will. Because we dont want you to incur expenditure for which you are not prepared, could you please confirm whether you are willing to pay this charge, if necessary? He leaves the ''ninety and nine'' and goes [into the wilderness] after the one that was lost, until He finds it [Mat 18:11-14]. 21:1-15;The Power of Fear:When we become fearful, we must be on guard against the temptation to regress to a itudes and actions that are self focused. Samuel's mother, Hannah, was unable to have children, and she asked God for a son, dedicating that child to His service. Prophets 2 Samuel 6 The Conveyance of the Ark to Mount Zion, 2 Samuel 7, 2Chronicles 6;8 Thou Didst Well in that it was In Thine Heart, 2 Samuel 8, 1Chronicles 18-20 Yet Have I Set My King, 2 Samuel 12-19 The Stripes of the Children of Men, 1 Chronicles 20-29 Sunset and Evening Star, 1 Samuel 4, 5, 6 Misfortune on Misfortune, 1 Samuel 9, 10 The Voice of Circumstances, 1 Samuel 13:13, 14 The Cause of Saul's Downfall, 1 Samuel 14 Two Putting Ten Thousand To Flight, 1 Samuel 15:26 Failure Under the Supreme Test, 1 Samuel 16:13, 14 An Evil Spirit from the Lord, 1 Samuel 28, 1 Chronicles 10:13 Endor and Gilboa, Discerning Between Good And Evil- Solomon As A New Adam In 1 Kings -- John A. Davies, Diversity of OT Prophetic Phenomena and NT Prophecy --John W. Hilber, The Tel Dan Stela and the Kings of Aram and Israel -- Bryant G. Wood, Preaching The David Story -- David G. Firth, Studies in 1 and 2 Samuel Part 1- The Structure of 1 and 2 Samuel -- John A. Martin, Studies in 1 and 2 Samuel Part 3- The Text of Samuel -- By- John A. Martin, Studies in 1 and 2 Samuel Part 4- The Theology of Samuel -- John A. Martin, The Accession Narrative (1 Samuel 27 2 Samuel 1) -- David G. Firth, Empowered by the Spirit of God- Holy Spirit in the Histographic Writings of the OT --, Counterfeit Davids Davidic Restoration and the Architecture of 12 Kings, The Case For Kingship In The Old Testament Narrative Books And The Psalms, Israelite Kings In Assyrian Inscriptions -- Bryant G. Wood. It contains new material not to be found in theBEseries. 27:6 gives clear evidence of a post-Solomonic date of writing. Is Willing to be Personally involved. Written as a collection of studies to be read on Sunday mornings, John Cumming offers extensive commentary on books of Samuel with regard for Israel's covenant. Used by permission. 6:1921 The Lord strikes 70 men for looking into the ark, 1 Sam. It was not long, though, until David was rejected by Israel and had to hide in the cave of Adullam. As you cannot visit the Holy Land, it is well for you that there is a work like the Pictorial Bible, in which the notes of the most observant travellers are arranged under the texts which they illustrate.