1 Samuel 11:6–7 report the beginning of Saul’s public life and demonstrate his leadershipover Israel. However, the verses do not clearly indicate his role in the specific events relatedin verses 1–11. This article clarifies Saul’s idealised kingly leadership by examining some ofthe literary-critical issues of 1 Samuel 11:1–11 in their broader context. Saul’s leadership wasthen considered against its larger ancient Near Eastern context. The article aimed to show thatboth Saul’s religious authority and also his political ability were welcomed in his emergingkingship.
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