David, Solomon, and the End of Unity Corresponds to Chapters 10 and 11 of textbook

United Monarchy This is the beginning of the period called the United Monarchy where all of the tribes of Israel were united under one king. This period lasted from Saul’s anointing in c. 1020s BC and ended after Solomon’s death c. 920s BC.

Saul and David After the “Spirit of the Lord” rushed upon David it departed from Saul. Saul was then tormented by an evil spirit – His servants suggested that music may make him feel better – They heard about David’s skills playing the harp (lyre)

Saul and David David did have a chance to kill Saul, but spared his life(1 Sam 24) Saul eventually died – He got hit with an arrow in battle and then fell on his sword to end his life. His armor-bearer and three of his four sons followed suit.