Abstract
This article presents a literary analysis of the extant text of Samuel 15 and argues that Saul's deposal is represented as the result of his lack of recognition of God's authority over him as king. Identifying Saul's behavior as exemplifying one of the ancient views of Israelite monarchy, the article also elucidates the relationship between the king and God reflected in the relevant chapters of the book of Samuel.
Highlights
Adopting the methodology of New Criticism, this article presents a close reading of the way in which Saul’s deposal from the monarchy is portrayed and explained in the extant text of Samuel.1 TheBrueggemann, “Samuel, Book 1–2: Narrative and Theology,” ABD5:965–73 (966–68); J.P
Articles in JHS are being indexed in the ATLA Religion Database, RAMBI, and BiBIL
The journal is archived by Library and Archives Canada and is accessible for consultation and research at the Electronic Collection site maintained by Library and Archives Canada
Summary
Articles in JHS are being indexed in the ATLA Religion Database, RAMBI, and BiBIL. Their abstracts appear in Religious and Theological. The journal is archived by Library and Archives Canada and is accessible for consultation and research at the Electronic Collection site maintained by Library and Archives Canada. ISSN 1203–1542 http://www.jhsonline.org and http://purl.org/jhs “THE LORD HAS REJECTED YOU
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