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    Doeg the Edomite Bible — KJV Bible Study Guide

    A free 10-lesson Bible study guide on doeg the edomite bible, drawn entirely from the King James Version. Each lesson opens with a study question, gives the verse reference, and offers a short teaching note. Use it for personal devotions, a small group, or a Sunday school class.

    The 10 lessons

    1. Lesson 1 · 1 Samuel 21:7 (KJV)

      Of what nation was Doeg?

      Answer: Edom

      Study note. 1 Samuel 21:7 (KJV) — 'Doeg, an Edomite.'

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    2. Lesson 2 · 1 Samuel 21:7 (KJV)

      What office did Doeg hold under Saul?

      Answer: Chiefest of the herdmen

      Study note. 1 Samuel 21:7 (KJV) — 'the chiefest of the herdmen that belonged to Saul.'

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    3. Lesson 3 · 1 Samuel 21:7 (KJV)

      Where did Doeg see David and Ahimelech?

      Answer: Nob

      Study note. 1 Samuel 21:7 (KJV) — 'detained before the LORD.'

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    4. Lesson 4 · 1 Samuel 21:7 (KJV)

      Why was Doeg there?

      Answer: Detained before the LORD

      Study note. 1 Samuel 21:7 (KJV).

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    5. Lesson 5 · 1 Samuel 22:9 (KJV)

      To whom did Doeg report seeing David?

      Answer: Saul

      Study note. 1 Samuel 22:9 (KJV) — Doeg answered Saul.

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    6. Lesson 6 · 1 Samuel 22:18 (KJV)

      How many men did Doeg slay among the priests?

      Answer: 85

      Study note. 1 Samuel 22:18 (KJV) — 'fourscore and five persons that did wear a linen ephod.'

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    7. Lesson 7 · 1 Samuel 22:19 (KJV)

      What city did Doeg smite afterward?

      Answer: Nob, the city of the priests

      Study note. 1 Samuel 22:19 (KJV) — 'Nob, the city of the priests, smote he with the edge of the sword.'

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    8. Lesson 8 · Psalms 52 (KJV)

      Which psalm is titled concerning Doeg?

      Answer: Psalm 52

      Study note. Psalm 52 title (KJV) — 'when Doeg the Edomite came and told Saul.'

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    9. Lesson 9 · Psalms 52:2 (KJV)

      What does Psalm 52 say of his tongue?

      Answer: It devises mischiefs; like a sharp razor

      Study note. Psalm 52:2 (KJV) — 'Thy tongue deviseth mischiefs; like a sharp razor, working deceitfully.'

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    10. Lesson 10 · Psalms 52:5 (KJV)

      What does David say God shall do to such a man?

      Answer: Destroy him for ever

      Study note. Psalm 52:5 (KJV) — 'God shall likewise destroy thee for ever.'

      Read Psalms 52:5 (KJV) →

    Key verses to memorize

    The passages this study returns to most often — pick one or two and commit them to memory this week.

    Discussion questions

    1. Which lesson in this study surprised you the most, and why?
    2. How does doeg the edomite bible point us to Jesus Christ and the gospel?
    3. Pick one verse from the key passages above. How does it shape the way you will pray, read, or live this week?
    4. Who in your life could you share one of these truths with in the next seven days?