# Saul — Verses on Various Occasions character guide

> Saul in Verses on Various Occasions by John Henry Newman.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0053-li-abraham

## Who they are

First king of Israel, referenced in poems.

## In the story

### [XIV: The Hidden Ones](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/verses_on_various_occasions_se/chapters/xiv-the-hidden-ones)

Saul is mentioned as one who fell, contrasting with David's steadfastness.

### [XXXVI: The Watchman](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/verses_on_various_occasions_se/chapters/xxxvi-the-watchman)

Saul's black wrath is mentioned as an example of human weakness that may aid evil but ultimately serves Heaven's might.

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