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According to traditional chronology, Saul began his reign in 878 BCE. See also:

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2 Years:

I Samuel 13:1

"Saul ...reigned for two years over Israel."

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7 years over Judah and 33 years over Israel . A total of 40 years

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2 Years (1 Samuel 13:1) "Saul ...reigned for two years over Israel." (According to the Jewish source Seder Olam).

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According to the Sages (in Seder Olam), he reigned two years (1 Samuel 13:1).

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