# #250 | 1 Samuel ch.16 - "Spirit of God" or an "Evil Spirit"?

From **The Tanakh Podcast: R Alex Israel** by R Alex Israel.

- **Published:** Mon, 10 Aug 2026 20:41:01 GMT
- **Duration:** 00:11:12
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<p>Samuel is sent to anoint a new king, and visits Yishai&#39;s family in Bethlehem. Seven sons don&#39;t find favour with God, but the youngest - David - is chosen as king and anointed by the prophet.</p><p>Meanwhile, King Saul is mysteriously being afflicted by an &quot;evil spirit from the Lord&quot;. His solution is music. His minstrel will be none other than the young David!</p><p>Recorded January 17, 2023</p>