Written: 930 BC
Author: Samuel, Nathan, and Gad
Major historical figures during this time: Samuel, Saul, David
Major historical events DURING this time:
– Saul appointed as 1st king (1050 BC)
Major historical events BEFORE this time:
– The story of Ruth
– The period of the 13 judges (lasted 356 years; 1406-1050 BC)
– – – 12 judges + Samuel
– – – 1st judge Othniel appointed (1380 BC)
– – – Last judge Samuel dies (1050 BC)
Major historical events AFTER this time:
– Israel’s 2nd king (David) (1010 BC)
– Jerusalem established as the capital city of Israel