1 Samuel 8: Israel Demands a King

Because Samuel's sons are corrupt judges, Israel's elders demand that he give them a king like other nations have. The LORD says the people have rejected Him as their King, has Samuel warn them how a king will take from them, and then grants their demand.

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After hearing Samuel’s warning, the people still insisted on a king. What did they say they wanted him to do (1 Samuel 8:20)?

Lead them out and fight their warsRebuild the house of God at ShilohMake peace with the Amorite tribesTeach them all the law of Moses