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1 and 2 Samuel – Introduction to 1 and 2 Samuel

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  • Robert B. Chisholm Jr

This chapter provides an introduction to 1 Samuel and 2 Samuel. Introductory matters addressed include the canonical importance, literary strategy, literary connections to Judges, and structure of the books.

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Were David and Jonathan Lovers?

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  • Kevin DeYoung

This article answers the question more often raised in the homosexual debate: were David and Jonathan lovers? What is the most faithful way to understand their close relationship described in 1 Samuel?

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The Content and Significance of the Books of Samuel: Their Place and Purpose within the Former Prophets

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  • William J. Dumbrell

What is the place and function of the books of 1 Samuel and 2 Samuel as part of the former prophets? Dumbrell gives an overview of the theological significance.

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David the Hebrew

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  • David O'Brien

What is the world to which 1 Samuel introduces us? What was the historical, cultural, and theological context? This essay wants to interpret the life of David within the world dominated by the Philistines.

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Joshua - 2 Kings – Deuteronomistic? Priestly? or Prophetic writing?

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  • G. van Groningen

This paper deals with the history of Israel in the books of Joshua, Judges, 1 Samuel, 2 Samuel, 1 Kings, and 2 Kings. The purpose is to reflect on aspects of the historiography of these texts. The author views these writings as prophetic revelation.

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Saul's Kingdom and the Wars He Fought

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This map indicates the general extent of Saul's kingdom and some of the wars he fought, as is recorded in 1 Samuel 11-14.

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We do not condemn a proper taking of care, but we desire a moderation that is closer to abstinence than to luxury. John Calvin
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