Question 12
Saul and the MonarchyOn Mount Gilboa, king Saul decided to commit suicide in order to avoid
- A.ridicule from the Philistines.
- B.witnessing the death of his sons.
- C.being killed by his armour-bearer.
- D.the agony of the injuries received.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (ridicule from the Philistines.)
Explanation
Saul said, "lest these uncircumcised come and thrust me through, and make sport of me" (1 Samuel 31:4).