Jonathan - The War against the Philistines

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1. The First War against Pelishtim (I)

   Chapter 13-14 (Part I)

   Rabbi Amnon Bazak

   "Saul reigned one year; and when he had reigned two years over Israel," - What is the meaning of this verse? This lesson will discuss the revolt against the Philistines, led by Shaul and Jonathan, and explain the lessons derived from this battle, which is without precedent with regard to the gap between the fighting forces.

2. First War against Pelishtim (III)

   Chapters 13-14 (Part III)

   Rabbi Amnon Bazak

   Shaul's passiveness in the battle is contrasted with Jonathan's activism, when Jonathan seeks a sign that God approves of his actions. This lesson will discuss whether the sign is based on a logical analysis, and whether Jonathan's actions were a transgression of the prohibition of divination.

3. The First War against Pelishtim (V)

   Chapters 13-14 (Part V)

   Rabbi Amnon Bazak

   Toward the conclusion of the battle with the Philistines, Shaul makes the nation take an oath that they will fast. Was Shaul right? Did Jonathan act appropriately? What can we learn from the conclusion of the war?