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Which son of Jesse succeeded Saul as king of Israel?

David
Shammah
Eliab
Abinadab

David

1 Samuel 16:1-13 - David, the youngest son of Jesse, was initially overlooked by Samuel during his visit to anoint a new king. God chose David, illustrating that God looks at the heart, not outward appearance.

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