Hebrew Kings Social Studies for 10 th E.G.B. | Teacher: Mauricio Torres
Kings Unite the IsraelitesAfter they returned to
Canaan a new threat arose to challenge the Israelites, they were the philistines.
They lived along the Mediterranean and during the mid-1000s they invaded Canaan.
SaulOut of fear, the Israelites
banded together under a single ruler that led them into battle. His name was Saul.
He was a brilliant military commander, but he was never able to unite the tribes fully under his command. This was because he was not a rich man, and was looked down upon by the others.
DavidHe was an admired poet
(he wrote many psalms) and a skilled soldier.
Unlike Saul, the Israelites loved him, and when he became the king, he had full support of tribal leaders. He established the capital in Jerusalem.
DavidAt a young age, he
whad been a sheperd. He soon rose to prominence after he slew Goliath, a Philistine giant.
SolomonDavid's son. He took the
throne in 965 BC. Like his father he was a strong king and expanded his kingdom, as far as making Egypt and Phoenicia his allies.
Trade with his allies made him a rich man and king. With these riches, he built a great temple dedicated to God. It later became the center of of Israel's religious life and a national symbol of their faith.
Ask YourselvesCompare:
In which circumstances did each King rise to power? How are they different?
Analyze:Why was Saul not liked by his people, but at the
same time chosen as a King?
Explain: Where did Salomon get his enormous wealth from?Why was David so revered by the Hebrews?