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1 Samuel (9th Book in the Old Testament).

Author.
Unknown (some think it was Samuel the judge, but no one knows for sure).

Main point.
God will not abandon His people, and he honours those who listen and remain faithful to Him.

Main people.
Eli, Hannah, Samuel, Saul, Jonathan, David.

Special features.
Describes how the boy Samuel learned to listen to God and then serve Him. Tells the sad story of Israel's change from a theocracy (led by God) to a monarchy (led by a king). Proves that a small shepherd boy with a giant-sized faith has a huge advantage over both his brothers and his enemies. Shows how drooling in your beard can be a strategic move.

Date.
Unknown, though possibly the sixth century B.C., while the people of Israel were captives in Babylon.

How many chapters?
31 chapters.

How the Book got its name?
The title of the book refers to its purpose as a record of the life of Samuel, Israel's last judge.