Genesis 49:10(b) – Unraveling the Mystery of Saul’s Kingship, Benjamin and not Judah?

In this episode of the Bible Difficulties and Answers podcast, host Lance Smith delves into the intriguing question of why Israel's first king, Saul, hailed from the tribe of Benjamin instead of Judah, as suggested by the prophecy in Genesis 49:10. Exploring the historical and scriptural context, Lance discusses the political and geographical reasons behind Saul's selection and how his reign set the stage for David's rise. The episode examines the apparent paradox of Saul's kingship within God's sovereign plan, underscoring how even perceived detours serve a divine purpose. Tune in to discover how these ancient scriptural insights apply to our modern lives and understand the ongoing revelation of God's plan.

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1. https://a.co/d/7shn4hI (The Big Book of Bible Difficulties from Amazon)
2. https://learn.ligonier.org/devotionals/saul-son-of-kish 
3. https://www.torahclass.com/lessons/old-testament/1-samuel/lesson-17-ch11/ 
4. https://ulpan.com/what-the-hebrew-name-shiloh-means/#:~:text=Rashi%20and%20Onkelos%20interpret%20Judah's,%2DVAH)%2C%20meaning%20serenity.