Saul King of Israel

Abt 1063 BC - Abt 1011 BC

Michal ben Saul

Father	Saul King of Israel,   b. Abt 1063 BC
Relationship	natural
Family	David Ben Jesse King of Israel,   b. Abt 1055 BC, Bethlehem, Judah, Israel

David Ben Jesse King of Israel

Abt 1055 BC - Abt 1015 BC

Birth	Abt 1055 BC	Bethlehem, Judah, Israel
Died	Abt 1015 BC	Jerusalem, Judah, Israel
Buried	Mount Zion, City Of David
Father	Jesse Ben Obed,   b. Abt 1097 BC, Bethlehem, Judea
Relationship	unknown
Mother	Unknown Unknown,   b. Geshur
Relationship	unknown
Family 1	Haggith
Children	1. Adonijah ben David,   b. Hebron
Family 2	Maacah ben Talmai,   b. Geshur
Children	1. Absalom ben David Prince of Israel,   b. Abt 1000 BC, Hebron, Judah, Israel   2. Tamar ben David
Family 3	Abigail Unknown,   b. Carmel
Children	1. Kileab "Daniel" ben David
Family 4	Abital
Children	1. Shephatiah ben David,   b. Hebron
Family 5	Ahinoam Of Jezreel
Children	1. Amnon ben Daved,   b. Hebron
Family 6	Michal ben Saul
Family 7	Eglah
Children	1. Ithream ben David
Family 8	Bathsheba Bint Ammiel,   b. Abt 1023 BC, Jerusalem, Judah, South Kingdom
Children	1. Solomon Ben David King of Israel,   b. Abt 1035 BC   2. Nathan Ben David,   b. Abt 996 BC, Jerusalem, Judah, Israel   3. Unknown Ben David   4. Shammua ben David   5. Shobab ben David

• Name	Saul King of Israel  [1]
  Birth	Abt 1063 BC  [2]
  Gender	Male
  Category	Famous People of the Old Testatment
  Death	Abt 1011 BC  [2]
  Origins
  Notes	Saul, the first king of Israel, reigned from approximately 1021 BCE to 1000 BCE. His story is primarily documented in the biblical book of 1 Samuel. Let’s delve into the life of this significant biblical figure: Anointed King: Saul was chosen as king both by the judge Samuel and through public acclamation. His selection followed the tradition of charismatic judges who had governed Israel before him. Saul’s primary contribution was defending Israel against its enemies, particularly the Philistines. Background and Rise to Kingship: Born to Kish, a well-to-do member of the tribe of Benjamin, Saul emerged during a critical period. Israel existed as a loose confederation of tribes, relying on religious faith and covenant bonds. The Philistines, armed with superior iron weapons and chariots, posed a growing threat. Saul’s anointment as king aimed to strengthen Hebrew resistance against the Philistine advance. Two Literary Strands: The accounts in 1 Samuel reveal two distinct perspectives on Saul. The first strand (9:1–10:16) portrays Saul’s initial selection by Samuel in a private encounter. Saul’s heroic deliverance of Jabesh-Gilead from Ammonite oppression led to his public acclamation as king. The second strand (1 Samuel 8, 10:17–27, and 12) records Samuel’s misgivings about kingship. Samuel anointed Saul due to popular pressure but warned of potential loss of freedom. Legacy: Saul’s reign united scattered tribes, providing greater strength. He defeated enemies such as the Ammonites, Philistines, Moabites, and Amalekites. His rule lasted for 42 years. In summary, Saul’s life was marked by both triumphs and challenges, leaving an indelible mark on Israel’s history
  Person ID	I17204	ktree
  Last Modified	4 Mar 2024

  
  

  Children	1. Michal ben Saul  [Father: natural] ▻ David Ben Jesse King of Israel
  Family ID	F31456	Group Sheet  |  Family Chart
  Last Modified	4 Mar 2024

  
  

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• Sources

  [S82] John G. Nichols, A Better Hope, (Name: Name: http://abetterhope.com;;). [S146] Bible History, (Name: Name: www.bible-history.com;;).