Written: 930 BC
Authors: Samuel, Nathan, and Gad
Major historical events DURING this time:
– Israel’s 2nd king (David)
– Jerusalem established as the capital city of Israel
Major historical events BEFORE this time:
– Israel’s 1st king (Saul)
Major historical events AFTER this time:
– Israel’s 3rd king (Solomon)
– Construction of the 1st temple
– Israel divided into northern and southern kingdoms