Key Figures — 1 Samuel 13

3 figures

1. Saul

   King of Israel

   Saul, the first king of Israel, disobeys God's command by offering a burnt offering in Samuel's absence, leading to the declaration that his kingdom will not endure.

   Related passages

   • 1 Samuel Chapter 10 (Saul anointed as king)
   • 1 Samuel Chapter 15 (Saul's further disobedience and rejection as king)

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2. Samuel

   Prophet and Judge of Israel

   Samuel confronts Saul about his disobedience, delivering God's message that Saul's kingdom will not last and that God has sought a man after His own heart.

   Related passages

   • 1 Samuel Chapter 3 (Samuel's calling as a prophet)
   • 1 Samuel Chapter 16 (Samuel anoints David as king)

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   • #Judgment

3. Jonathan

   Son of Saul and a warrior

   Jonathan initiates an attack on the Philistine outpost, which leads to a larger conflict with the Philistines.

   Related passages

   • 1 Samuel Chapter 14 (Jonathan's further exploits against the Philistines)
   • 1 Samuel Chapter 18 (Jonathan's friendship with David)

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