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      • Samuel played a pivotal role in the establishment of Israel's monarchy. As a prophet, he was called by God to anoint the nation's first kings. This transition from the period of judges to a monarchical system marked a significant shift in Israel's governance.
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      Samuel in the Bible | Important Lessons from Their Life

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  3. www.jewishhistory.org › samuel-and-the-seeds-ofSamuel and The Seeds of Monarchy - Jewish History

    After four centuries of prophecies dating back to the time of Moses, one of Jewish history’s greatest people burst onto the scene: Samuel, the prophet, the last of the Judges. Like Isaac, Moses and others, the birth of Samuel was miraculous.

  4. www.britannica.com › biography › Samuel-Hebrew-prophetSamuel | Hebrew Prophet & Judge of Israel | Britannica

    Sep 6, 2024 · Samuel was a religious hero in the history of Israel, represented in the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) in every role of leadership open to a Jewish man of his day—seer, priest, judge, prophet, and military leader. His greatest distinction was his role in the establishment of the monarchy in Israel.

    • John L. Mckenzie

  5. www.theologyofwork.org › old-testament › samuelFrom Tribal Confederation to Monarchy: 1 Samuel

    Jun 2, 2014 · The first book of Samuel marks the transition of Israel from a fractious coalition of tribes to a monarchy with a central government in Jerusalem. The story begins with the birth and calling of the prophet Samuel and continues with the call to kingship and the reigns of Saul and David.

  6. www.worldhistory.org › samuelSamuel - World History Encyclopedia

    Mar 1, 2023 · In the Bible, Samuel is depicted as a judge, military leader, seer, prophet, kingmaker, priestly official, and loyal servant of Yahweh. Samuel is traditionally thought to have played a pivotal role in ancient Israel's transition from the judges to the monarchy.

  7. www.britannica.com › biography › Samuel-HebrewSamuel - Prophet, Israel, Judgement | Britannica

    Sep 6, 2024 · There must have been some reason why Samuel was important enough to be remembered for a major role in the establishment of the monarchy. Yet, his roles as prophet, seer, and judge are all incredible in certain respects, apart from the fact that each of them is considerable.

    • John L. Mckenzie

  8. www.edenverses.com › commentaries › 1-samuel1 Samuel Commentary: The Transition From Judges to Monarchy ...

    Jan 20, 2024 · Samuel’s role as prophet and judge laid the groundwork for the establishment of the monarchy in Israel, heeding the people’s clamor for a king. His anointing of Saul marked a pivotal shift from theocratic rule to a more centralized human leadership.

  9. www.theologyofwork.org › old-testament › samuelThe Historical Background of Samuel, Kings, and Chronicles

    Jun 2, 2014 · Samuel, Kings, and Chronicles narrate God’s intervention in Israel’s governance as his people move from a failing tribal confederation to a promising monarchy, which declines into failure as succeeding generations of kings abandon God and his ways.