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Introduction and Background

The Book of 1 Samuel

Quick Facts about 1 Samuel

  • 1 Samuel is the 9th Book in the Bible
  • The Hebrew Word for Samuel is "Shemuel" which means "asked of God"
  • The Greek Name for Samuel is "Samoeul"which is the Greek form of the Hebrew
  • The Author of the Book of 1 Samuel was Samuel (According to Tradition)
  • The Events in Samuel Happened From 1171-1015 Approximately
  • The Main Theme of 1 Samuel is The beginning of the kingdom of God's people Israel
  • A Type of Jesus - In 1 Samuel Jesus is God's anointed King

Outline of 1 Samuel