ShmueI I: Perek 9

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Shmuel I Perek 9

  • Shaul from the tribe of Binyamin went searching for his father Kish’s lost donkeys.

  • Prior to giving up his search, Shaul’s attendant related they were approaching a city that had a prophet (Shmuel) and it would be fitting to ask him where the lost donkeys are.

  • The attendant persuaded Shaul to travel to the city and seek the prophet.

  • People of the city were waiting for Shmuel to bring his daily sacrifice in order to eat.

  • Prior to Shaul arriving, Hashem has told Shmuel a man of great stature will be coming to your city tomorrow.

  • Shmuel identified Shaul as the man Hashem was referring to.

  • Shmuel prepared a large feast and sat Shaul as the head of the table.

  • Shmuel hinted to Shaul that Shaul will be King of Yisrael

  • Shaul spent the whole night in conversation with Shmuel on a roof.

  • Shmuel told Shaul to send his attendant home.