Agag

Agag was a mighty king of the Amalekites, a fierce tribe who were often at war with the Israelites. Agag was a cruel and bloodthirsty man, and he delighted in the suffering of his enemies. He once led his army to victory over the Israelites, and he took many prisoners, including women and children. He then had the prisoners slaughtered in cold blood. Years later, King Saul of Israel led an army against the Amalekites. Saul was determined to defeat the Amalekites and to avenge the suffering that they had inflicted on the Israelites. Saul's army won a great victory, and Agag was captured. Saul was about to execute Agag, but he was persuaded by his men to spare Agag's life. Samuel, the prophet of God, was furious with Saul for sparing Agag's life. Samuel told Saul that he had disobeyed God's command, and that he would be punished for his disobedience. Samuel then executed Agag himself, and he pronounced God's rejection of Saul as king. Agag was a wicked man who met a just end. His story is a reminder that God will not tolerate cruelty and bloodshed.