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What was the primary reason the elders of Israel gave when they asked Samuel to appoint a king?

  1. Because they planned a holy war against Egypt
  2. Because Samuel’s sons did not walk in his ways
  3. Because they wanted a temple in Jerusalem
  4. Because they wished to end the era of the judges
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Correct answer: Because Samuel’s sons did not walk in his ways

The elders noted that Samuel was old and his sons, Joel and Abijah, were corrupt and took bribes. They desired a king to judge them and lead them into battle, just like the surrounding nations.

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