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July 30, 2023

Illustrated Bible Life

Saul, Israel's First King

Saul, son of Kish and a Benjaminite, became Israel's first king around 1020 BC. He was tall and handsome and from a well-to-do family, the kind of person who would naturally command respect. Yet Saul's favor with God didn't last long. What was it about Saul that kept him from becoming a great king? This week's article explains.

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