Question 11
Saul and the MonarchyThe LORD sent Samuel to Saul to go and destroy the Amalekites because
- A.they opposed Israel on their way out of Egypt
- B.they were idolaters
- C.they disobeyed God
- D.their land had been given to Israel after the battle.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (they opposed Israel on their way out of Egypt)
Explanation
God said He would punish Amalek for opposing Israel on the way when they came up out of Egypt (1 Samuel 15:2).