What was Saul looking for when he first encountered the prophet Samuel?
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Correct answer: His father's lost donkeys
Saul was sent by his father Kish to find stray donkeys. This mundane task led him to the district of Zuph, where his servant suggested they consult the 'man of God' (Samuel).
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