Kingdom
Old TestamentSamuel
Speak, for your servant hears
The last judge and first kingmaker, whose call at Shiloh opens Israel's monarchy.
Reading plan
How the story unfolds
- 1
Hannah's vow
A child is asked for and given to the sanctuary.
- 2
The call at night
Samuel hears a voice in the temple at Shiloh.
- 3
Give us a king
The people ask for a monarchy and are warned of its cost.
- 4
Anointing David
Samuel anoints a shepherd in Bethlehem.