Perek 16 Flashcards
(26 cards)
Why was Shmuel in mourning?
Because Hashem took the Kingdom away from Shaul
Where did Hashem send Shmuel and why?
Beit Lechem to appoint a new king.
Why was Shmuel nervous to go to Beit Lechem?
Because if Shaul would find out, he would kill Shmuel?
What did Hashem tell Shmuel to take to Beit Lechem so he would not look suspicious?
An animal for a korban.
Who came out to meet Shmuel when he reached Beit Lechem?
The elders of the town.
Who did Shmuel go visit to choose a new king?
Yishai
How many children did Yishai have and how many did he present to Shmuel?
He had 8 sons but he only presented 7.
Who did Shmuel think would be the next king?
Eliav the oldest son
What did Hashem say to Shmuel when he tried to anoint Eliav?
Man sees with his eyes, but Hashem sees into a person’s heart. This man is not the next king.
Why was Shmuel unable to see who should be the next king?
In perek 9, Shmuel told Shaul “I am the Seer.” On his level, that was boastful so Hashem said: “You think you are the Seer? I will show you that you will not be able to see (recognize) the next king even if he is right in front of you.”
Which 2 sons did Yishai present next?
Avinadav and Shamah
After Shmuel tried to anoint all 7 sons, and none were the next king, what did he ask Yishai?
Are these all the sons you have?
How did Yishai respond when Shmuel asked him if he had any more sons?
There is still the youngest, he is tending the sheep.
How does the Navi describe David?
Ruddy complexion with beautiful eyes
How did Shmuel anoint David?
With a horn filled with oil?
What happened as soon as David was anointed?
The spirit of Hashem left Shaul and filled David.
How did Shaul’s servants advise him to handle his depression?
They advised that he find a musician to play music for him.
Where did Shmuel go as soon as he anointed David?
Back to Ramah, his home.
Which musician was suggested to play for Shaul?
David
Who suggested that David should play music for Shaul?
Doeg HaEdomi
Why did Doeg praise David with so much praise?
To make Shaul jealous of David
What message did Shaul send to Yishai?
Send me your son David who looks after your sheep
What gifts did Yishai send with David to present to the king?
Bread, a flask of wine and a goat.
Why did Yishai send a gift with David?
Because it is a custom to send gifts to a king.
