1Sa 9:1 | MHM | STEP | The Parentage of Saul This section introduces Saul, the man who would become the first king of Israel. It provides background information about Saul's family and personal qualities, setting the stage for the dramatic events to come. Saul's physical appearance and prominent family status made him an appealing choice as king, even though his character and leadership would later prove problematic. v. 1 : Saul was from the tribe of Benjamin, which had been greatly diminished by a previous war . His father, Kish, was described as a "mighty man of power" or wealth. Even though the tribe of Benjamin was the smallest, Saul came from a prominent family. This shows how God can use people from unexpected backgrounds to accomplish His purposes.

‏ 1 Samuel 9:1

The Parentage of Saul

This section introduces Saul, the man who would become the first king of Israel. It provides background information about Saul's family and personal qualities, setting the stage for the dramatic events to come. Saul's physical appearance and prominent family status made him an appealing choice as king, even though his character and leadership would later prove problematic.

v. 1: Saul was from the tribe of Benjamin, which had been greatly diminished by a previous war . His father, Kish, was described as a "mighty man of power" or wealth. Even though the tribe of Benjamin was the smallest, Saul came from a prominent family. This shows how God can use people from unexpected backgrounds to accomplish His purposes.