Introduction
See the introduction to 1–2 Samuel before the book of 1 Samuel.
Outline
For a full outline of 1–2 Samuel, see the introduction to 1–2 Samuel.
2. David’s Rise to the Throne (1 Sm 16:1–2 Sm 8:18)
D. David Unifies Judah and Israel (2 Sm 1:1–5:25)
E. David Established as King (6:1–8:18)
3. David’s Successes and Failures (9:1–20:26)
A. David’s Success (9:1–10:19)
B. The Turning Point (11:1–12:31)
C. Rebellion (13:1–20:26)
4. Epilogues (21:1–24:25)
A. The Gibeonites’ Revenge (21:1–14)
B. Victories over the Philistines (21:15–22)
C. David’s Song (22:1–51)
D. David’s Last Words (23:1–7)
E. David’s Mighty Men (23:8–39)
F. David’s Census (24:1–25)