GCEChristian Religious StudiesKingship in Israel2023

The Israelites' demand for a king was primarily motivated by their desire to

Aworship God in a more organised manner
Bbe like other nations around themCORRECT
Cgive Samuel's sons a better government to lead
Dfulfil the prophecy of Moses concerning kingship
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Why the answer is B, and why the others tempt you.
According to 1 Samuel 8:5, the elders of Israel approached Samuel and said 'make us a king to judge us like all the nations.' Their primary motivation was conformity with surrounding nations, not worship or prophecy. Samuel's sons were corrupt judges, which was a contributing grievance but not the primary motivation stated.
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