1, 2 Samuel /
First, Second Samuel
Robert D. Bergen.
- Nashville, Tenn. : Broadman & Holman, 1996.
- 512 pages : illustrations, map ; 24 cm.
- The new American commentary ; v. 7 .
- New American commentary ; . 7. .
Includes bibliographical references (pages 481-485) and indexes.
The Lord raises up Samuel and deposes the house of Eli (1:1-7:17) -- The Lord give Israel a king "such as all other nations have" (8:1-14:51) -- The Lord give Israel David, a king "after his own heart" (15:1-2 Samuel 1:27) -- David reigns as king (2:1--20:26) -- Aside: illustrations of David's roles in his relationship with the Lord (21:1--24:25).