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Lesson 8: Saul’s Jealousy

Lesson 8 from The United Kingdom by Rhodes Davis.

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Lesson Focus

Scripture Reading: 1 Samuel 18:1 – 18:30

The people and Jonathan, Saul’s son, love David. Saul takes him into the kingly court to live permanently. However, Saul’s jealousy drives him to seek David’s life.

Questions for Discussion & Study

  1. What song made Saul angry?

  2. How did Saul react when David was playing music the next day?

  3. How did Saul remove David from his sight? Why was David accepted by the people?

  4. Why was David reluctant to marry the king’s daughter?

  5. What dowry did Saul suggest to allow David to marry his daughter? How did David exceed the offer?

  6. Why did Saul become more afraid of David? What part did David play in making Saul afraid?