Question 6
Saul and the MonarchyWhy was Saul asked to destroy the Amalekites?
- A.They were worshipping false gods
- B.They opposed the Israelites when they left Egypt
- C.They did not assist the Israelites
- D.God did not like the Amalekites
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (They opposed the Israelites when they left Egypt)
Explanation
God would punish Amalek "for what they did in opposing Israel on the way, when they came up out of Egypt" (1 Samuel 15:2).