| Author |
Church, J. (John), 1780?-1825? |
| Title |
A Few Remarks on the Scripture History of Saul and the Witch of Endor
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 66.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Transcribed from the 1816 R. Thomas edition by David Price
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| Summary |
"A Few Remarks on the Scripture History of Saul and the Witch of Endor" by J. Church is a theological exploration likely written in the early 19th century. This work is a religious text that delves into the biblical account of King Saul's tragic descent into despair as he consults a witch to summon the spirit of the prophet Samuel. Church offers analysis and commentary on Saul's failures, spiritual decline, and the implications of seeking counsel from demonic sources. In this book, J. Church examines the events surrounding Saul's reign, particularly focusing on his troubled relationship with God and the consequences of his disobedience. He highlights Saul's moment of desperation when he turns to the Witch of Endor after being abandoned by God and ignored in prayer. Church contends that the apparition Saul encounters is not the true Samuel but rather a deception by Satan, serving to illustrate the futility of Saul's actions and the depth of his despair. Throughout the narrative, Church references various theological perspectives and interpretations, ultimately warning readers against the dangers of forsaking divine guidance and the consequences of succumbing to temptation and despair. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BS: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: The Bible, Old and New Testament
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| Subject |
Bible. Samuel, 1st -- Commentaries
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
58017 |
| Release Date |
Oct 3, 2018 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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