God's First King

by Shaul Bar

Saul was the first king of Israel (1029-1005 BCE). His life was full of drama and tribulations, and ended tragically. The book of Samuel portrays Saul as a colorful personality with excesses--as the classic tragic hero. Moreover, Saul's excellent virtues qualified him for the monarchy. He had courage and military power. Saul was modest and shy. In contrast to the positive portrayal of Saul in some biblical narrative, many other passages in the Hebrew...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1620324911
• ISBN13: 9781620324912
• Release Date: June 2013
• Publisher: Cascade Books
• Length: 180 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.1"