I Samuel 11 and 12

A. Saul’s victory over the Ammonites. 1. Events immediately following Saul’s election as king: a. What was the two-fold reaction to Saul’s presentation as Israel’s King in Mizpeh (chap. 10:24-27)? b. Do you think that either the joy of some or the dissatisfaction of others was for the correct reasons? c. Why did Saul return to his own home and his work instead of taking up his new position? 2. The siege of Jabesh-gilead: a. Who were the Ammonites (Gen. 19:36-38)? What previous contact did...