Samuel and the transition to kingship
About this date: Approximate narrative placement.
Samuel serves as prophet and judge during Israel's transition from tribal leadership to monarchy.
Perspective note
Comparative historical/source study. The original author's or church's reception is retained; inclusion does not make every claim Oriental Orthodox teaching.
People
- Samuel
- Hannah
Scripture
- 1 Samuel 1–8 — Samuel's birth and call lead into his leadership and Israel's request for a king.