The two Books of Samuel contain valuable historical material concerning the religious and moral conditions of the period. Samuel is the great prophet-judge who helps to unite the scattered tribes under one king, Saul. The history of the reigns of Saul and David is also recorded.

2 Samuel 14

14:21 And the king said unto Joab, Behold now, I have done this thing: go therefore, bring the young man Absalom again.