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First Encounter with Shaul (I)
Chapter 9 (Part I)
Rabbi Amnon BazakIn chapter 9 we are introduced to the character of Shaul, in a long story of Shaul's search for his father's donkeys. What is the purpose of this story? A look at the story reveals significant insights into Shaul's nature and whether he is an appropriate choice for the first king of Israel.
Saul‘s Two Deaths: Of Philistines and Amalekites
Dr. Yael Zieglerתאריך פרסום: תשע"ה | |
The Tanakh does not present a birth story, yet Shaul has two different death stories. The united Book of Shmuel, the two stories of Shaul’s death appear one right after the other. Why do we have this elaborate retelling, and why is there such a focus on Shaul’s death? How are we to account for the diverging narratives? The key to understanding these stories is that more than explaining how he dies—they hint at why he dies: Israelite monarchy is meant to develop a correct relationship with God and with the people, and also to uproot Amalekite values. Shaul fails at both of these two goals.
Wells, Journeys, and Marriages: Hidden Patterns in Biblical Stories
Dr. Yael Ziegler | Hour and 10 minutesThe well betrothal scene is a common type scene in the Tanakh. Through a careful examination of each betrothal scene in light of the others, we can identify each of their unique features in order to more deeply understand each of the stories, the identities of the characters, and the legacy that emerges.
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I Shmuel 9-10
Matan Al Haperek
Matan Al HaPerek - Neta ShapiraSeeking lost donkeys and the origins of royalty, standing head and shoulders among the people yet hiding himself among the baggage: Introduced in this colorful story is Shaul, first king of Israel.