# Saul — Olney Hymns character guide

> Saul in Olney Hymns by John Newton.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0030-28-saul-s-armour

## Who they are

The first king of Israel, whose disobedience led to his rejection by God.

## In the story

### [Saul's Armour](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/olney_hymns_se/chapters/28-saul-s-armour)

Saul advises David to wear armor, representing human wisdom and reliance on worldly means.

### [II: Seeking, Pleading, and Hoping](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/olney_hymns_se/chapters/ii-seeking-pleading-and-hoping)

Mentioned as a persecutor who was transformed by grace, serving as an encouragement for hope.

### [Cautions](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/olney_hymns_se/chapters/vi-cautions)

Mentioned as 'bloody Saul' whose rage was disarmed by the Saviour's call.

### [Not in Word, but in Power](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/olney_hymns_se/chapters/79-not-in-word-but-in-power)

His rage was disarmed by the Saviour's gracious call, transformed from a lion to a lamb.

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